Quick Reference Guides
One-page PDF cheat sheets you can print and keep on your desk. Perfect for quick lookups when writing essays.
APA Formatting Quick Guide
One-page cheat sheet covering APA 7th edition in-text citations, reference list formatting, and the most common mistakes students make.
What's included:
- In-text citation formats (1 author, 2 authors, 3+ authors, direct quotes)
- Reference list examples (journal articles, books, websites, chapters)
- Common mistakes to avoid (and how to fix them)
- Pro tips for using reference managers
Harvard Referencing At-a-Glance
Quick reference for Harvard citations including books, journals, websites, and chapters. Plus a decision flowchart for footnotes vs bibliography.
What's included:
- In-text citation patterns (paraphrase, direct quotes, multiple sources)
- Reference list format for common source types
- Footnotes vs bibliography: when to use which
- Quick checklist for common formatting issues
Thesis Statement Checklist
Learn the 5 characteristics of strong thesis statements with before/after examples. Includes a fix-it framework for transforming weak theses.
What's included:
- The 5 S's: Specific, Single, Supported, Surprising, Sophisticated
- Common weak thesis patterns (and how to fix them)
- The thesis fix-it framework (4 key questions to ask)
- Real examples: weak → strong transformations
Essay Structure Flowchart
Visual flowchart showing the complete essay structure from introduction to conclusion, with the PEE paragraph formula explained.
What's included:
- Visual essay flow: Introduction → Body → Conclusion
- What to include in each section (with bullet point breakdowns)
- The PEE formula: Point, Evidence, Explanation
- Transition tips for connecting paragraphs
Critical vs Descriptive Writing
Side-by-side comparison showing how to transform descriptive writing into critical analysis. Includes signal words and before/after examples.
What's included:
- Descriptive vs critical: side-by-side comparison table
- Signal words for critical writing (evaluating, comparing, critiquing)
- Real examples: descriptive sentences transformed into critical analysis
- Self-check questions to test your writing
How to Use These Guides
Download & Print
Click download, then print. Each guide is designed to fit perfectly on one A4 page with high contrast for readability.
Keep Nearby
Stick them on your wall, pin them to a board, or keep them in your essay folder for quick reference while writing.
Refer Often
Use them as quick lookups: "How do I cite a website in APA?", "What makes a strong thesis?", "Critical or descriptive?"
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