You need to know the minimum and maximum word requirements, deadlines for turning in a draft and a final copy, and any other specifics about style, layout, and production. Some papers require a minimum number of sources for an article, or you may have to submit your piece to a fact-checker before it's approved for editing. Talk to your editor, production manager, or faculty advisor for more information. Once you know what you're going to write about, start asking questions. Who, what, where, when, why, and how, are great basic questions to help you get the information you'll need to write a compelling article. Take notes on the answers to each of these questions, and let them lead you to other areas of inquiry. Who? Find out who was involved, whether that would be students, administrators, or other people in your community. What? Write down exactly what it is that you are writing about. Is it an event, a person, or an idea? Be as specific as possible. Where? Identify where the event took place. Is this a subject that is particular to your school or community, or is it a national subject? When? Make note of important dates and times. Why? Determine the reasons behind the subject. Was there a catalyst? How? Connect the rest of your information together to determine how an event or subject came together. Identify the people you need to talk to, and then contact them to set up interviews. Prepare questions ahead of time and bring a notebook or recorder with you so you can take notes. Try to hold the interview in a quiet location, like a coffee shop or empty classroom, so that it's easier for both you and your subject to concentrate. When contacting a person for an interview, let them know who you are and what topic you're writing about, and give them an estimate of how much of their time you'll need. When you finish an interview, take 10 minutes to write down additional notes right away. They'll be fresh in your mind and you'll be less likely to forget important details. If you're writing about a subject that affects your peers, get their input. Many articles include quotes from other people, so don't be afraid to take polls or get statements from others. Ask if you have someone's permission to use their name and words in your article, and write down their quote verbatim. You can use anonymous sources, but quotes are more compelling when they can be traced back to a specific individual. Even if a reliable source tells you something, you still need to fact-check it if you can. Opinions, of course, can't be fact-checked. But if someone tells you names, dates, or details that can be verified through another source, take the time to do so. Fact-checking makes you a more trustworthy writer and ensures that you're taking the time to communicate as truthfully as you can about any particular subject. Whether you use a notebook, files, or a computer to take notes, develop a consistent system for writing articles. Write down who said what, where you found a fact, and what dates things occurred on, even your interviews. This will help later if you need to back up a claim you made or if you need to verify information in your article. Some reporters dictate notes to themselves or write out daily logs about their interviews and research. Figure out what works for you and your lifestyle, and then stick to it.

Summary: Check the submission guidelines before writing your article. Ask simple questions to gather the basic information for your article. Interview good sources or witnesses to get quotes. Talk with other students and teachers to get their opinions on the topic. Fact-check all the information you gather. Keep track of all your research and sources.

You can get it for free from the App Store. Here's how: Open the App Store. It's the blue icon with a white "A" in a circle, typically on the home screen. Tap the magnifying glass at the bottom of the screen, then search for bitmoji. Tap Bitmoji Your Personal Emoji in the search results. Tap GET, then INSTALL to begin the installation. Tap the Bitmoji icon (a green chat bubble with a winking face) on your home screen. If you've already signed up for Bitmoji, tap Log In to sign in with your username and password. Otherwise, tap Sign Up With Email and follow the on-screen instructions to create your account. Now's your chance to be creative: Tap the gender of your choice. Choose either Bitmoji or Bitstrips-style for your character. Bitmoji characters have rounder features and look more like cartoons. Bitstrips-style is more customizable and look more realistic. Start by selecting a facial shape, then tap the arrow button to move to the next step. As you make selections, your character's preview will update. After the final step, you'll see a screen that says "Save & Pick Outfit." Tap Save & Pick Outfit to see the outfit screen. Tap the outfit of your choice, then tap the checkmark at the top-right corner of the screen to save. Open your Settings. It's the gray gear icon on your home screen. Tap General. Scroll down and tap Keyboard. Tap Keyboards. Tap Add New Keyboard. Tap Bitmoji. Slide the "Allow Full Access" switch to the On position. Tap Allow. The keyboard is ready. It's the blue icon with a white "f" on the home screen. Here's how: Create a new Facebook post. Tap the text area to open the keyboard. Tap and hold the globe icon at the bottom of the keyboard. It's next to the "123" button. You'll see a pop-up with a list of keyboards. Select Bitmoji. Tap a Bitmoji to add it to your post. This is a little trickier than adding Bitmoji to a new post. Open the Bitmoji app. Select a Bitmoji. Tap Save Image. It's the first icon on the bottom row of icons. Go to the Facebook post on which you want to comment. Tap the camera icon next to the comment box and select your Bitmoji image. When you post your comment, your Bitmoji will appear.
Summary: Install the Bitmoji app. Open Bitmoji. Create an account. Create your character. Enable the Bitmoji keyboard. Open Facebook. Add Bitmoji to a new post. Add Bitmoji to a comment.