For my compare and contrast essay on: The Tale of Two Very Different Birthdays .

this is what I did for freewriting at first:

-16th birthday = very fun and exciting
--got presents from my whole family
--went out to eat dinner with my friends and family
--had a wonderful cake at home

-17th birthday = not very fun
--dull and boring day
--not many presents from my family and friends
--home made small cake
--didn’t go out to eat

afterwards, I added a bit more detail into the freewriting:

16th birthday:
The day I turned 16 was the most fun and exciting day of my life. I got amazing presents from my whole family, which included everything I wanted. My family invited all of my friends over at our house and we got to hang out the whole day. First we went to the movie theater to watch a new movie that came out. Afterwards my whole family and all of my friends that were over went out to eat dinner at Olive Garden. When we came back home, there was a marvelous ice-cream cake waiting with my name on it. Overall my sixteenth birthday was amazing.

17th birthday:
On the other hand, my 17th birthday had to be one of the dullest and boring days of my life. I had to stay home all day and baby sit my brothers and sisters while my parents went out to run some errands. Everyone was so busy with his or her jobs that I didn’t get nearly as many presents as the year before. In fact, I only got two presents from my friends, neither of them being as good as last year’s. Since my parents had so much work during the day, all of us had to eat leftovers for dinner because my mother had not gotten time to prepare anything fresh. After dinner, my siblings served a small, home-made cake that they made by themselves a few days earlier. In conclusion, this birthday was not how I expected to turn 17.

How should I organize my essay? Aside from the intro and conclusion, how should i focus the middle (body) three paragraphs?
I mean, obviously, one para will be on 16th and a second on the 17th birthdya. But then, what about the third paragarph?

please tell me what would be the best way to organize and write this essay

thanks so much guys

How about comparing and contrasting?


* the specific presents you received each year
* the names of the friends on your 16th and their names, and your activities that day vs. the names, ages, and activities of the siblings you babysat on your 17th
* your specific Olive Garden meal with your leftovers
* the flavors of the two cakes

To organize your essay effectively, you can follow a clear and logical structure. Here is a suggested outline for your compare and contrast essay on the tale of two different birthdays:

Introduction:
- Start with an engaging opening sentence that grabs the reader's attention.
- Provide some background information about the significance of birthdays and their role in our lives.
- State your thesis statement, which should indicate that you will compare and contrast your 16th and 17th birthdays.

Body Paragraph 1: Describe the 16th Birthday
- Begin the paragraph with a topic sentence that introduces the focus of this paragraph (e.g., "My 16th birthday was filled with excitement and unforgettable moments.").
- Provide details and specific examples of the fun and exciting experiences you had on your 16th birthday, such as receiving presents from your whole family, going out to eat with friends and family, and having a wonderful cake at home.
- Use vivid language and descriptive imagery to make the reader feel the joy and happiness of that day.

Body Paragraph 2: Describe the 17th Birthday
- Start the paragraph with a clear topic sentence that highlights the dull and disappointing nature of your 17th birthday (e.g., "In stark contrast, my 17th birthday was a mundane and lackluster affair.").
- Discuss the specific aspects that made your 17th birthday less enjoyable, such as not receiving many presents from family and friends, having to babysit your siblings, eating leftovers for dinner, and the small homemade cake.
- Emphasize the contrast between the excitement of the previous year and the underwhelming experience of this birthday, showcasing your disappointment.

Body Paragraph 3: Compare and Contrast the Two Birthdays
- Use this paragraph to analyze the similarities and differences between your 16th and 17th birthdays.
- Identify common elements that were present in both birthdays, such as the celebration aspect and the presence of family and friends.
- Highlight the significant differences between the two birthdays, specifically focusing on the levels of excitement, presents, activities, and the overall experience.
- Discuss the emotions you felt on both occasions and how they influenced your perception and enjoyment.

Conclusion:
- Restate your thesis statement to remind the reader what you have been discussing.
- Summarize the key points you made in the body paragraphs, emphasizing the contrasting nature of the two birthdays.
- Reflect on the lessons or insights you gained from these experiences or what this comparison teaches you about the significance of birthdays.
- End with a concluding sentence that leaves a lasting impression or encourages further thought on the subject.

Remember, this is just a suggested outline, and you can modify it to fit your writing style and specific experiences. The important part is to maintain a clear structure and effectively compare and contrast the two birthdays throughout your essay. Good luck with your writing!