5. Think carefully about how to present the information.
   
graphic: pencil bullet Consider using questions and answers, checklists or charts.
   
graphic: pencil bullet Consider what illustrations could be used to explain the text.
   
graphic: pencil bullet Consider whether more than one language is needed. How can they be presented so they won’t confuse the reader.
 
6. Be prepared to go through several drafts.
   
graphic: pencil bullet Sometimes it helps to get your ideas down first in the language and style you are comfortable with. You can change the language and writing style in later drafts.


Step Two — Write

1. It’s important to get the beginning right.

graphic: pencil bullet The title or heading must interest the readers and give them a context for the information.
   
graphic: pencil bullet Imagine that the reader may read only the title and sub-titles. Try to highlight the main points in a complete idea.
   
graphic: pencil bullet Don’t be surprised if you have to write the titles last. Sometimes you have to see the finished piece before you know what the best title will be.
   
graphic: pencil bullet The main idea should be near the beginning. If you want your readers to do something, they should know it immediately. Consider highlighting this information with bold type, a different set-up or a box.