Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Write Body Paragraphs for a Persuasive Letter
In this lesson, you will learn how to you write body paragraphs by stating your reason and then supporting it with evidence. [5:40]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Write Cohesive Body Paragraphs Using Supporting Words and Phrases
In this lesson, you will learn how to write cohesive paragraphs by using supporting words and phrases. [4:03]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Write a Conclusion for a Persuasive Letter
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]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Draft Informational, Research Based Writing
In this lesson, you will learn how to build a draft by assembling bullet point facts into complete sentences. [5:22]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Write a Final Draft of a Narrative Story
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]
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Learn Zillion: Writing a Hook Sentence and Introducing a Thesis Statement
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]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Write a Thesis Statement for a Persuasive Letter
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]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Draft Body Paragraphs for an Informational Text
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]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Group Facts and Evidence From Research Into Categories
In this lesson, you will learn how to outline an informational text by grouping facts into chapters. [4:29]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Write a Conclusion for an Informational Text
In this lesson, you will learn how to conclude an informational text by asking, "How will readers remember this information?" [5:07]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Draft Body Paragraphs With Real Life Examples
In this lesson, you will learn how to draft body paragraphs by stretching out your reasons with examples from your life. [5:40]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Revising Writing to Be More Concise
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]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Use Paragraph Form
In this lesson, you will learn how to organize ideas and evidence in an argumentative essay by using paragraph form. [6:16]
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Learn Zillion: Drafting a Strong Conclusion
In this lesson, you will learn how to conclude your essay by leaving your reader with a "NIP." [5:10]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Draft an Opening Paragraph for a Persuasive Letter
In this lesson, you will learn how to draft a strong opening paragraph by making a brave statement. [4:26]
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Learn Zillion: Write a Strong Conclusion
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]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Write Body Paragraphs That Include Facts and Details
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]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Analyze a Writing Prompt
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]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Connect Ideas and Examples in Argumentative Writing
In this lesson, you will learn how to make your paragraphs flow by connecting your examples to your opinion. [3:50]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Write a Conclusion by Restating the Big Idea
In this lesson, you will learn how to write a conclusion by restating the big idea using your own voice. [5:21]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Develop a Thesis Statement
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]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Draft a Concluding Paragraph for a Persuasive Letter
In this lesson, you will learn how to draft a memorable closing by telling a story that supports your opinion. [3:47]
Shmoop University
Shmoop: Top 10 Essay Writing Dont's
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.
Expansion Learning
Expansion Learning: What Is an Article?
Video provides students with an explanation of articles.