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\nWriting Topic Sentences\n

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\nAn engaging and quick presentation on writing topic sentences is sure to grab the attention of your elementary writers. The PowerPoint can be modified and includes relevant visual examples.\n
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\nTopic Sentence\n

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\nStudents write a topic sentence to a paragraph and explain that it introduces the main idea. After a whole-class demonstration, students write a complete paragraph with their topic sentence and supporting sentences. There are some...\n
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\nParagraph Structure\n

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\nPractice writing paragraphs with this scaffolded worksheet. The \"hamburger\" model is used on the second page, following some examples and guided practice on the first page. Give beginning writers concrete, tangible support as they embark...\n
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\nRevising: Developing Topic Sentences for My Accessing Books Around the World Informative Paragraph\n

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\nRevision is an important part of the writing process. Focus on revising topic sentences and details with the plan described here. This is part of a unit, so pupils have already filled out a graphic organizer about traveling...\n
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\nThe Paragraph\n

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\nReview 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...\n
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\nWriting Reference Sheet\n

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\nPrint out this handy reference page double sided and distribute it to your class. Individuals can use the page to aid them as they work on their topic sentences, transitions, conclusions, and paragraph structure. There is plenty of...\n
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\nTerrific Topic Sentences\n

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\nCapture the interest of your reader with terrific topic sentences. To practice hooking the reader, your class will be given writing prompts, and they must create topic sentences for each prompt provided. Encourage them to use different...\n
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\nTopic Sentence\n

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\nLooking for a simple learning exercise on topic sentences? This one's for you! Learners find the topic sentence for each paragraph by cutting out the paragraphs and placing them in the right order.\n
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\nTopic Sentences\n

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\nHere is a classic worksheet that allows learners to practice identifying topic sentences. They read five different paragraphs about various topics, and underline the topic sentence in each paragraph with a green crayon.\n
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\nParagraph Structure\n

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\nMake sure your writers have the buns and the meat in their paragraph burgers with paragraph exercises. The resource gradually leads up to individuals writing their own paragraphs, starting with identification exercises, moving on to...\n
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\nThe Paragraph\n

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\nNow that they've mastered the word and the sentence, it's time to tackle the paragraph. This strong presentation provides all the basic information needed to help learners construct well-organized paragraphs. The topic sentence,...\n
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\nTake Five: Writing a Color-Coded Paragraph\n

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\nUse a traffic light to model a very basic paragraph plan. The Go, or topic sentence, is written in green and expresses an opinion about the topic. Information that supports the opinion of the Go sentence is written in yellow and the...\n
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\nParagraph Review\n

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\nUse a worksheet to help learners identify the topic sentence and transitional words. They eliminate sentences that do not belong in the paragraph and name the pattern of organization used. Great for homework or extra credit.\n
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\n8-Sentence Accordion Paragraph Practice\n

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\nOrganization can take a paragraph from mundane to first-rate. Try out a graphic organizer for an accordion-style paragraph, which includes a topic sentence, three reasons with details and transitions, three explanations, and a concluding...\n
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\nExpository Paragraph\n

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\nUpper 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:...\n
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\nTopic Sentences and Supporting Facts\n

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\nThird graders write a paragraph. In this topic sentences lesson students are read the book The Matzah Man: A Passover Story and try Matzah bread in class. Afterward the students write a detailed paragraph about Passover.\n
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\nWriting a Topic Sentence\n

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\nHere is an inventive, and easy-to-implement instructional activity on the writing of topic sentences. Learners review what a topic sentence is, practice identifying topic sentences in an informational article, then play a really cool...\n
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\nTopic Sentences and Transitions\n

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\nHigh school writers identify the purpose of both a topic sentence and a transitional statement. They write a topic sentence which denotes the paragraph topic and the author's stand on that topic. Then they write an effective transitional...\n
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\nWriting Example Paragraphs\n

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\nSixth graders write example paragraphs. The term \"example paragraph\" refers to a paragraph where the supporting sentences provide examples of the subject/idea described in the topic sentence. Students write a basic example paragraph...\n
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\nParagraph Unity\n

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\nYour 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.\n
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\nBasic Paragraph\n

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\nStudents with special needs examine how to write an organized, basic, five-sentence paragraph. Students write a paragraph with a topic sentence, supporting sentences and a concluding sentence. They first practice by viewing and...\n
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\nBasic Paragraph\n

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\nExplore basic paragraphs. Young writers compose a topic sentence, supporting sentences, and a concluding sentence. This lesson is intended for use with a SMART Board, a software technology web link is induced. \n
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\nIntroduction Paragraph\n

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\nKey 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.\n
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\nHamburger Paragraph\n

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\nIn this writing a paragraph instructional activity, students fill in the layers of a hamburger with a topic sentence, supporting sentences and a conclusion sentence. Students write a paragraph with 6-8 sentences.\n
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