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Introduction Paragraph

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Key parts of an introductory paragraph (grabber sentence, connecting information, thesis) are highlighted in a presentation that uses color-coded sample paragraphs to illustrate how these parts combine to form a complete opening paragraph.

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main ideas, central ideas, thesis statements, topic sentences

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Expository Writing, main idea, thesis, topic sentence, english language arts
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Grade
7th - 9th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
Presentations
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For Teacher Use
Number of Slides
11

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Expository Paragraph

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Upper elementary and middle school writers learn how to craft an expository paragraph by following the six steps detailed in a 48-page instructional guide. Learners learn how to write six different types of informational paragraphs:...
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Thesis Statement + Projected Plan = Introduction

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Set up your writers for writing strong introductions with a formula for putting together supported thesis statements. This reference page breaks the process down and provides an example of how to compose a thesis statement, develop a...
5th - 12th English Language Arts
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The Paragraph

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Review the components of a well-written paragraph with your class. Be sure your writers include a topic sentence supported with main ideas and followed by a conclusion. Unity, coherence, and transition words are emphasized. Experiment...
7th - 12th English Language Arts
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Peer Editing for Expository Essay

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You're class just finished writing an expository essay! Instead of having them do a self-edit, pair them up and give each person this guide. This is not your average peer editing checklist; it is a list of 35 things to look for in your...
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The Five-Paragraph Essay: A Framework for Expository Writing

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Looking for a PowerPoint presentation that models the framework for the traditional five-paragraph essay? Look no further. Here, the brief explanations are clear and concise, and color codes indicate the thesis sentence, the topic...
9th - 10th English Language Arts
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Paragraph Unity

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Your class can construct a well-written paragraph. They utilize a sequential method which assists them in formulating a concise expository piece. The paragraph must contain a topic sentence, five supporting sentences, and a conclusion.
6th - 8th English Language Arts
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The Bing, the Bang, and the Bongo: The Five-Paragraph Essay

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Create a five-paragraph essay easily with the bing, the bang, and the bongo method! Learners write an introduction with the thesis containing three parts. Your three body paragraphs then expand upon each part of the thesis. An example is...
7th - 8th English Language Arts
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Basic Five-Paragraph Essay

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Writing can be confusing and difficult at first. Make it easier by showing these slides to your class. Review what should be included in an introduction, thesis, and conclusion. Examples are given along with simple explanations to help...
9th - 11th English Language Arts
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Expository Writing (Informational Brochure)

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Design an informational brochure to urge people to move to a specific community. The purpose of this activity is to expose pupils to expository writing. After creating the brochure, they write a three-paragraph persuasive or...
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