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The Elementary School Journal author guidelines

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What The Elementary School Journal specifies

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  • All manuscript types 9 rules, including: abstract word limit (150 words), page limit (50 pages).

Read from The Elementary School Journal's own author guidelines. Journals revise these. Verify with the journal before you submit.

About The Elementary School Journal

Publisher
University of Chicago Press
ISSN
0013-5984, 1554-8279
Abbreviation
ESJ
h-index
158
Citations
115,676
Articles indexed
10,727
Journal website
journals.uchicago.edu

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Preparing a submission for The Elementary School Journal

Scraiber has 9 requirements on file for The Elementary School Journal, covering areas such as length, references, structure and submission policies. The journal’s official guidance remains the reference for your submission.

Select The Elementary School Journal and your manuscript type, then upload your draft to preview proposed text changes. Review the suggestions before applying them.

Retargeting a manuscript to The Elementary School Journal may require changes to length, structure, references and declarations. Scraiber suggests revisions to your existing draft; authors must check the scientific meaning and supply any missing factual declarations.

Changes to review in your manuscript

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Frequently asked questions

What is the word limit for The Elementary School Journal?
Select your manuscript type to see the recorded length figures for The Elementary School Journal. Check the official guidance for exclusions, recommendations and any updated limits.
How do I check my manuscript against the The Elementary School Journal guidelines?
Choose your manuscript type and follow the preview button to upload a .docx for The Elementary School Journal. Review the proposed changes before you apply any of them.
What are the submission requirements for The Elementary School Journal?
Scraiber has 9 requirements on file for The Elementary School Journal. Choose your manuscript type to see recorded limits and consult the linked official guidance for the current submission requirements.
Which citation style does The Elementary School Journal use?
Consult The Elementary School Journal’s official guidance for its citation style. Scraiber can suggest revisions using the recorded requirements; check citations and the bibliography before submission.
Can I automatically format my paper for The Elementary School Journal?
Upload your draft and select The Elementary School Journal and your manuscript type. Scraiber proposes text changes for review. Check the final manuscript against the official guidance; the preview does not guarantee complete compliance or acceptance.
How do I reformat a paper rejected by another journal for The Elementary School Journal?
Select The Elementary School Journal and the manuscript type, then upload your existing draft. Review the proposed revisions and check references, declarations and scientific meaning before submission.
How long does it take to prepare a manuscript for The Elementary School Journal?
Preparation time depends on your draft, the journal’s requirements and the author review needed. A preview lets you inspect proposed changes before deciding to continue.
Do I have to redo my references for The Elementary School Journal?
Review your citations and bibliography against The Elementary School Journal’s current guidance. Suggested text changes do not replace checking the accuracy, completeness and style of your references.
Who publishes The Elementary School Journal?
The Elementary School Journal is published by University of Chicago Press.
What is the ISSN of The Elementary School Journal?
The Elementary School Journal is listed under the ISSNs 0013-5984, 1554-8279.
What is the abbreviation of The Elementary School Journal?
The Elementary School Journal is abbreviated as ESJ.

Official author guidelines: journals.uchicago.edu

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