How to Write a Well Written Essay

OR3E3C  Opening Reasons (3) Your 3 body paragraphs. Explanations/ Evidence (3) In each body paragraph, you need text evidence and explanations to support your 3 reasons. ( R1 and E1, R2 and E2, R3 and E3.) Conclusion

Sample Graphic Organizer- GEN. ED. R1: Reason 1 E1: Example from text to support R1. R2: Reason 2 E2: Example from text to support R2 R3: Reason 3 E3: Example from text to support R3

Sample Graphic Organizer- GEN. ED.- Example R1: Loving E1: Madelynn helped her mom when she was sick with the flu. She made her chicken noodle soup, put the dishes away, and even cleaned the house! She loves her mom and knew that this was important to do while she was ill. R2: Intelligent E2: Example from text to show how the character is intelligent. R3: Athletic E3: Example from text to show how the character is athletic.

Sample Graphic Organizer- ADVANCED R1: Reason 1 E1: Quote from text to support R1. R2: Reason 2 E2: Quote from text to support R2 R3: Reason 3 E3: Quote from text to support R3

How do I start my opening? Begin with an attention grabber. Here are some ideas: ... Startling information/ data- This information must be true and it doesn't need to be totally new to your readers. It could simply be a fact that illustrates the point you wish to make. Summary Information- A few sentences explaining your topic in general terms can lead the reader gently to your thesis. Each sentence should become gradually more specific, until you reach your thesis. Anecdote- An anecdote is a story that is short, to the point, and relevant to your topic. This can be a very effective opener for your essay, but use it carefully. Dialogue - An appropriate dialogue does not have to identify the speakers, but the reader must understand the point you are trying to convey.

How do I start my opening? (cont’d) If the attention grabber was only a sentence or two, add one or two more sentences that will lead the reader from your opening to your thesis statement. Make sure the reader knows exactly the point you are trying to make. Finish the paragraph with your thesis statement.

Thesis statements Your thesis statement should tell your reader what the paper is about. It also helps guide your writing. It tells the reader what exactly you will be talking about! If you are writing about 3 reasons in your essay, all three should briefly be stated in your thesis. It appears as the last line of your opening paragraph.

Character Analysis Sample Thesis Statements James helps many people because of his outstanding traits, such as being observant, creative, and caring. Brian from Hatchet has multiple character traits and is considered brave, clever, and determined.

Sample Thesis Sentence Starter for Character Analysis Character’s name from Title of Book is considered, _____, ______, and _______.

O- GRABBER. Summarize the novel in 4 sentences O- GRABBER! Summarize the novel in 4 sentences. 5th sentence is your Thesis statement- Be sure to mention your 3 character traits that your main character trait possesses. R1E1- Transition word-One character trait your character has that you can support with evidence/explanations. R2E2- Transition word- 2nd character trait your character has that you can support with text evidence/explanations. R3E3- Transition word-3rd character trait your character has that you can support with text evidence/explanations. C- Summarize what you mentioned in your essay. Reword your thesis statement. Zinger/ clever ending.

Conclusion 5 sentences long. Similar to Opening Rephrase thesis statement. ( Can be any line. Doesn’t have to be last line). Do not end with a question. Zinger/ Catchy Concluding statement.