Originally Posted by michigan
I think the main problem may be "childish essays" - thank you for your answer. I will try to get the book as soon as possible.
It is great to begin to have identified an issue which one can focus on, work on, and turn their energy toward improving. smile The book, or other similar guides, may be available at your local public library or through inter-library loan.

Originally Posted by michigan
Unfortunately I can not help her much with essays - I never knew how to write them myself smile.
Many parents learn these finer points of college admissions alongside their children.

Originally Posted by michigan
Her regular public school is not too helpful either and daughter had to do almost all her studying online and after school.
This is quite common. Fortunately, these online forums can be of great help in suggesting resources for kids to use to optimize their studying, and prepare for the admissions process. smile