To protect this place, Allard says they have no choice but to stand up. Magazine Article and Writing PromptRead the YES! Writing GuidelinesThe writing guidelines below are intended to be just that—a guide. Evaluation RubricSample EssaysThe essays below were selected as winners for the Winter 2017 Student Writing Competition. Tell us—and other teachers—how the lesson worked for you and your studentsPlease leave your comments below, including what grade you teach.