Instructional Video5:00
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Elaborating on Supporting Details with Hypothetical Examples

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to clarify and elaborate on supporting details in persuasive writing. They emphasize the importance of making it easy for the reader to understand the argument and provide hypothetical examples to...
Instructional Video4:52
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Elaborating on Supporting Details: Writing Hypothetical Examples

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of elaborating on supporting details in persuasive writing. They emphasize the need for clarity and avoiding reader inference by connecting arguments to the topic sentence and thesis...
Instructional Video5:13
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Elaborating on Supporting Details with Anecdotes

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of elaborating on supporting details in persuasive writing. They discuss how elaboration helps the reader understand the argument and connect it back to the thesis statement. The teacher...
Instructional Video4:51
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Supporting Your Argument in a Persuasive Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to support your argument in a persuasive essay by turning the topic sentence into a question. The teacher emphasizes the importance of providing evidence and supporting details to prove your...
Instructional Video5:02
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WRITE AN AWESOME BODY PARAGRAPH: Strong Example of Argumentative Structure (3 EASY Steps)

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Organizing a basic paragraph can be very difficult.....that is why I am here to help you write an awesome body paragraph! In this video, I provide a clear example of how to format and organize a paragraph for beginners in 3 easy...
Instructional Video5:07
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Supporting Your Argument: Turning Topic Sentences into Questions

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to support your argument in an essay by turning the topic sentence into a question. The lesson focuses on persuasive writing and the goal of getting the reader to agree with the author's argument....
Instructional Video25:17
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Analytical paragraphs: Maya Angelou’s poetic voice

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can explore Maya Angelou's poetic voice in well-structured analytical paragraphs. Key learning points: - We can make comments about Angelou's poetic voice by considering a number of her poems at the same time. - When...
Instructional Video21:03
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Planning an open letter using single paragraph outlines

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can plan a letter using single paragraph outlines with a focus on using credible statistics, direct address and figurative language. Key learning points: - An open letter is written to a particular person or group but...
Instructional Video34:32
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'Jekyll and Hyde': developing analytical paragraphs about Mr. Hyde

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can develop my paragraphs using a range of supporting detail. Key learning points: - Topic sentences should have a clear focus and use discourse markers to contextualise the section of the novella. - Clear discourse...
Instructional Video20:41
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Writing an essay on Prospero's treatment of Caliban in 'The Tempest'

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can write an analytical essay that answers the question ‘How does Shakespeare present Prospero’s treatment of Caliban as cruel?’ in 'The Tempest'. Key learning points: - A thesis statement summarises the overall argument...
Instructional Video5:08
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How to Choose Textual Evidence to Support Claim: Writing a Paragraph

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In this video, I will show you how to find and choose textual evidence to support your claim. I review the purpose of quotes and the common mistakes to avoid. I walk you through an example and explain how to find credible evidence and...
Instructional Video6:35
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Supporting the Main Idea –Informational

3rd - Higher Ed
Supporting the Main Idea –Informational analyzes informational text by showing how paraphrasing and quotes support the main idea.
Instructional Video6:27
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Identifying the Elements of a Persuasive Essay

K - 5th
This video provides a clear and concise explanation of the elements of a persuasive essay. It discusses the importance of a thesis statement in stating the author's opinion and providing evidence to support it. It also explains the role...
Instructional Video5:03
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Using Anecdotes in Persuasive Writing

K - 5th
This video is a lesson on how to elaborate on supporting details in persuasive writing by using anecdotes. The video provides a step-by-step guide on how to incorporate anecdotes into an essay, emphasizing the need for true stories and...
Instructional Video26:20
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Planning an essay on societal expectations in ‘An Inspector Calls’

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can create a detailed plan for an essay on societal expectations in 'An Inspector Calls'. Key learning points: - A thesis statement is a clear, overarching argument. - Topic sentences give focus to individual paragraphs....
Instructional Video5:40
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Writing Effective Body Paragraphs: Stating Reasons and Supporting with Evidence

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to write a body paragraph when answering a prompt. They emphasize the importance of connecting supporting information to the thesis statement and prompt, and provide a step-by-step guide on how to...
Instructional Video4:55
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Writing a Strong Closing Paragraph: Referring to the Prompt and Big Ideas

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to write a closing paragraph that stays on topic for a writing prompt. The teacher emphasizes the importance of referring back to the prompt and the main ideas of the response. They provide clear...
Instructional Video8:48
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Creating Clear Introductions: Identifying and Supporting the Topic Sentence

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of clear introductions in writing and provides strategies for eliminating unnecessary information. The teacher uses the analogy of a table, with the topic sentence as the tabletop and...
Instructional Video5:56
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Constructing the Body of an Essay: A Guide to Effective Writing

K - 5th
Discover the essentials of crafting the body of an essay, the core component where the author's ideas come to life. Learn about the structure and importance of topic sentences, the role of supporting details and examples, and how to...
Instructional Video25:43
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Writing the second paragraph of a persuasive advert

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can write a persuasive paragraph that details the health benefits of a product. Key learning points: - It is crucial to communicate the unique selling point of a product. - A persuasive advert should explain the benefits...
Instructional Video4:21
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Using Supporting Phrases to Strengthen Your Writing

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher provides guidance on how to improve a draft by using supporting phrases. The lesson emphasizes the importance of not simply plugging in evidence from an outline, but rather crafting a strong and cohesive...
Instructional Video7:14
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Organizing Ideas and Evidence in a Persuasive Essay

K - 5th
In this video transcript, the teacher explains how to make a persuasive opinion essay easy to read by organizing ideas and evidence into paragraphs. They discuss the importance of topic sentences and avoiding cramming too much...
Instructional Video30:03
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Using shifts in focus and single paragraph outlines to plan descriptive writing

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can use single paragraph outlines to plan a written response. Key learning points: - Consider using paragraphs to zoom in and out of key details, in your description - Imagery can be used to link your paragraphs,...
Instructional Video22:21
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Writing clear analytical paragraphs about Bilan's 'Asha and the Spirit Bird'

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can plan and write up a clear and cohesive paragraph to answer the question: ‘How does Bilan present the temple? in 'Asha and the Spirit Bird'. Key learning points: - In analytical writing, use conjunctions and...