1. Begin by identifying the points you can use to compare (show how they are similar) or contrast (show how they are different) the two texts. Sample opening sentence structure: 30 Days of Night and Nightdance have many similarities and differences. They are similar in _______________. They are different in ____________________, __________________, and _____________. Remember, these points must be general. Do not say, "police respond to the villains differently." Instead, say, "the villains/bogeymen/whatever in each story elicit different responses." The second example is a broader category that allows you to discuss the texts more fully." Another example might be, "Both stories take place in the darkness; this gives the reader similar feelings of __________ while reading both texts...."
2. In your first sentences, introduce the texts you are working with, and how they are similar and/or different. (If primarily contrasting, include at least one similarity; if comparing, include at least one difference.)
3. Organize your writing point-by-point. For example, discuss how the two bogey men are different, discuss how the two settings are different, discuss how the art is different. (You should not limit yourself to these three points--use your imagination.
4 For each point, write a paragraph discussing and analyzing the similarities and/or differences. be sure to include textual and visual evidence.
5. Conclude by discussing why this comparison was important/interesting/cool.
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