It can be hard to decide what to write about.Try to personalize your message if you know the yearbook owner.Tell the person to enjoy the summer, write about an inside joke, or share a memory.Keep in mind that anyone can read your entry, so be nice and respectful.It's a good idea to think about what you're going to write before the yearbooks are handed out.
Step 1: You should consider whose book you're signing.
Are they a good friend, a best friend or just someone you've seen around in the halls?Write your message down.It's nice to be honest but also nice.Write a joke or a memory for your friends.I had an awesome time getting to know you this year, you're a great person and an amazing friend.I will miss you a lot!Can't wait to see you again next year!Keep it simple for acquaintances.Don't say something like "I had so much fun with you this year" if that's not the case.Simply say thank you and sign your name.The yearbook owner's name should be spelled correctly.Write "Yo" or "Hey!" if you don't know how to spell their name.
Step 2: It should be short and sweet.
If you know the owner of the yearbook, you should allocate the space according to how much space you have with that person.If he or she is your absolute best friend, use four by four inches if you know him or her well.
Step 3: Write with neat handwriting.
The owner won't be able to understand your witticisms if what you add is messy.He/she will remember how cool you were if it's legible.
Step 4: Don't wait to sign the yearbook.
Don't take a book all day and not return it for twenty minutes.Many people want to add their two cents worth as well.If you want to be witty, you need to think about what you will add before the books come out.If you want to say something special to a specific person, you could write out a list of ideas.
Step 5: You can make an inside joke.
Adding a fun greeting or joke to your message will make others smile when they read it.Refer to a moment that made you laugh together.It will be fun to remember the good times when you read the entry.You have the option of choosing a fun opening line.
Step 6: Tell me about a time you had together.
These will be enjoyable to read in the future.Writing something like, "Remember when Mr. Thompson caught the exam key on fire during chemistry?", shows you recall sharing a special moment with the yearbook owner."
Step 7: A quote can be added.
Dream as if you'll live forever is a favorite quote to add to your message.James Dean said, "Live as if you'll die today."You'll land among the stars even if you miss.
Step 8: Write lyrics to a song.
If the song is relevant to your relationship with the yearbook owner, you should write it down.It will be fun for a person to look back and see the words to a song they heard in school.Don't write out the entire song on a single page.
Step 9: Take a picture.
If you're an artist, draw a picture and sign it with your name on it.Don't offend the owner by keeping it clean and classy.
Step 10: A signature phrase can be added.
You can come up with a signature phrase.This year has been a blast and I can't wait to see what next year brings.Remember me!It makes me laugh to think you want my autograph.If you want to be funny, you can say "I'm so glad you got to meet me this year."
Step 11: Make your entry loud.
To make it look cool, use different colors, write in a script, or make a border.If you don't show it, he/she may think you're not interested in signing it.
Step 12: Don't make fun of other students or the yearbook owner.
You should always be nice and respectful with your message.If you don't have anything nice to say, just sign your name and add a generic statement like " Enjoy your summer." People will remember you by what you write in your high school transcript, and no one wants to be the one who wrote negative comments in 8th grade.
Step 13: Keep it clean.
Don't make jokes that are offensive.Chances are it won't be funny in 10 years.It's not a good idea to get into trouble before school lets out for the summer because teachers sometimes are asked to sign yearbooks.
Step 14: Don't confess.
It's not a good idea to pour your heart out to the person you've been crushing on all year.If the person you confess to doesn't read or respond to your message, you will be embarrassed.
Step 15: Don't use abbreviations.
You might be tempted to write H.A.G.S.Have a wonderful summer.Don't use abbreviations, see you next year.In 20 years, people will have no idea what an acronym means.It is better to spell out your well-wishes rather than abbreviating them.
Step 16: You should sign your name.
When signing a book, use your full name.They may not remember who J.D. is in the future.If there's a Jessica Davis, John Duncan, and a Josie Daniels in the book.You should write your full first name and the first letter of your last name.