Paragraph Unity

What is a paragraph? This question drives the PowerPoint. Viewers discuss important elements of a solid paragraph, transitions between paragraphs, and strategies for editing. Show this presentation and then look at an example paragraph...

Use a instructional activity 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.

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...

Briefly start writers off right with directions on creating effective topic sentences and cohesive paragraphs. Some examples of topic sentences are given so that scholars can decipher their effectiveness. 

A definition of cause and effect paragraphs begins this presentation. Following are tips to achieving unity and cohesiveness with particular vocabulary words. The last few slides give sample paragraphs with clear and unclear transitions...

Review the characteristics of a great process paragraph! Display the need for unity, transitions, and parts of a paragraph with the models included in this PowerPoint. After a first run through (with a model), use a student example to...

Use Jack Prelutsky's poem "Homework" to spark a debate about homework. Should kids be assigned homework? If so, how often? There are some schools that do not send their kids home with work. What are the possible benefits? After...

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.

Students explore how to develop a complete paragraph using a piece of paper folded into a large fan. They SEE how each sentence relates to the topic.

Middle schoolers utilize copy/paste feature in Microsoft Word. In this editing paragraphs lesson, students demonstrate proficiency in chronological order, spatial order, and order of importance in writing.  Middle schoolers use cut and...