Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Write Body Paragraphs for a Persuasive Letter

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to you write body paragraphs by stating your reason and then supporting it with evidence. [5:40]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Write Cohesive Body Paragraphs Using Supporting Words and Phrases

3rd - 6th Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to write cohesive paragraphs by using supporting words and phrases. [4:03]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Write a Conclusion for a Persuasive Letter

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to conclude your response by referring to the prompt and the "big ideas" of your response. [5:24]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Draft Informational, Research Based Writing

3rd - 4th Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to build a draft by assembling bullet point facts into complete sentences. [5:22]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Write a Final Draft of a Narrative Story

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to write a final draft of a narrative reading response by incorporating all revisions in the correct order. [5:44]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Writing a Hook Sentence and Introducing a Thesis Statement

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to begin your response by first hooking the reader and then telling them what you will be arguing. [5:10]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Write a Thesis Statement for a Persuasive Letter

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to write a thesis statement by checking to see that the thesis statement is an opinion supported by reasons. [4:45]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Draft Body Paragraphs for an Informational Text

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to draft body paragraphs for an informational text by re-writing facts in complete sentences and using an explaining voice. [5:16]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Group Facts and Evidence From Research Into Categories

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to outline an informational text by grouping facts into chapters. [4:29]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Write a Conclusion for an Informational Text

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to conclude an informational text by asking, "How will readers remember this information?" [5:07]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Draft Body Paragraphs With Real Life Examples

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to draft body paragraphs by stretching out your reasons with examples from your life. [5:40]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Revising Writing to Be More Concise

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to revise your persuasive speech by rereading to make sure your evidence supports your thesis statement. [5:13]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Use Paragraph Form

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to organize ideas and evidence in an argumentative essay by using paragraph form. [6:16]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Drafting a Strong Conclusion

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to conclude your essay by leaving your reader with a "NIP." [5:10]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Draft an Opening Paragraph for a Persuasive Letter

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to draft a strong opening paragraph by making a brave statement. [4:26]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Write a Strong Conclusion

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to conclude your argumentative essay by summarizing your key points and telling your reader to take action. [5:15]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Write Body Paragraphs That Include Facts and Details

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to draft body paragraphs in a report by writing a topic sentence and giving supporting details. Login gives access to a slideshow as well. [8:54]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Analyze a Writing Prompt

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to determine what to write about by analyzing a writing prompt. Login gives access to a slideshow as well. [6:37]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Connect Ideas and Examples in Argumentative Writing

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to make your paragraphs flow by connecting your examples to your opinion. [3:50]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Write a Conclusion by Restating the Big Idea

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to write a conclusion by restating the big idea using your own voice. [5:21]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Develop a Thesis Statement

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to develop a thesis statement by checking to make sure you have strong reasons to support it. [3:40]
Instructional Video
Imagine Learning Classroom

Learn Zillion: Draft a Concluding Paragraph for a Persuasive Letter

3rd Standards
In this lesson, you will learn how to draft a memorable closing by telling a story that supports your opinion. [3:47]
Instructional Video
Shmoop University

Shmoop: Top 10 Essay Writing Dont's

3rd - 8th Standards
This animation features the concept of essay writing and makes recommendations of do's and don'ts to improve the quality of the writing. 3:37sec.
Instructional Video
Expansion Learning

Expansion Learning: What Is an Article?

3rd Standards
Video provides students with an explanation of articles.