Comment Re:Cool (Score 1) 62
The mission of 826 is less about forcing kids to write. Certainly most young people do have some outlets for creativity in this age of information, and we're just another one. The concept behind 826 is that writing well can serve you in life at all stages-- no matter whom you intend to impress.
For some, incorrect use of "its" versus "it's", poor comma placement, and broken sentences are a mark of lacking education. While I disagree strongly, these things can cripple your message. Errors are distracting and make the intended thesis difficult to decipher.
Content is, of course, important. So is style. We encourage kids to develop both. :)
For some, incorrect use of "its" versus "it's", poor comma placement, and broken sentences are a mark of lacking education. While I disagree strongly, these things can cripple your message. Errors are distracting and make the intended thesis difficult to decipher.
Content is, of course, important. So is style. We encourage kids to develop both.
