1. How do I write a great one?
Thesis Statement
How do I write a great one?

2. What is a thesis statement?
A summary sentence that supports your whole argument
The LAST sentence in the introduction paragraph

3. How Do I Write/Create a Thesis Statement?
Restate the question in the prompt to begin the statement
Answer the question with three reasons

4. A strong, Effective Thesis statement will...
A strong thesis takes some sort of stand. (gives your argument.)
A strong thesis expresses a main idea and is specific with 2-3 reasons

5. Example
Question: What are the potential benefits of every student having a computer in classrooms?
Answer/THESIS: “The potential benefits of every student having a computer in the classroom include increased motivation, easier access to information and better organization.

6. Another Example Question: Should middle schools serve soda at lunch?
Answer: Middle Schools should not serve soda at lunch because of soda’s high sugar content which contributes to poor nutrition, and bad behavior in class.

7. So to recap...Writing a thesis requires me to
Read the question (prompt).
Figure out My argument.
Decide my 2-3 reasons to support my opinion.
Write the thesis statement that answers the question by restating the question.
Include The 2-3 reasons to finish the thesis.
Avoid using “I” or “We” in your thesis

8. Now it’s your turn
Should cell phones be allowed in school? On your paper brainstorm 3 reasons why cell phones should or should not be allowed at school. Write your thesis statement. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ___________________________

9. Now it’s your turn...one more time
Should students be required to participate in extracurricular activities at school? On your paper brainstorm 3 reasons why students should or should not be required to participate in extracurricular activities at school? Write your thesis statement.