As part of a classroom activity using the text, students are asked to write a short essay on the importance of mental health services for children. Which of the following steps should they follow first to ensure a well-structured essay?
- A Brainstorm ideas and create an outline of the main points they want to include.
- B Begin writing immediately without planning to capture initial thoughts.
- C Write the introduction and conclusion first, then fill in the body paragraphs later.
- D Edit and revise each sentence as they write to avoid mistakes.