Now that you know what belongs in a reflective essay, it's time to write your own. The first step is to decide on a topic for your writing. Start by creating a list of life events, both minor and major, that have affected you in some way. Then reflect on what you learned from each of those experiences. Finally, select the event you feel you can describe best while also communicating the meaning of the event in your life.
If you're not sure what memory to describe in your reflective essay, use the questions in the slideshow below to create a list of possible topics.
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People Who has helped shape you into who you are today? Who has taught you important life lessons? Who are some people you will never forget and why?
Places What are some of your favorite or least favorite places? What places have you traveled to that left an impression on you? Where do you wish you could return to?
Highs What are some especially happy memories? What are some moments when you achieved something or felt proud of yourself?
Lows What are some especially difficult memories? What are some moments of frustration or loss you've experienced? |
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Once you have chosen an idea for your essay, click on the Activity Button to access the Drafting a Reflective Essay worksheet which will help guide you through writing your first draft. Then click on the Rubric button to learn how your drafting worksheet will be evaluated. When you have completed your drafting worksheet, submit the document to your teacher.
