1. Paragraphing
Ms. Grace

2. Learning Goals To learn the structure of a proper persuasive paragraph
To learn use of transitional words
To learn use of in-text MLA citations
To apply knowledge and understanding to sample paragraphs
To edit and revise your paragraph

3. Paragraphs Q) What is a paragraph?
A series of sentences developing one topic.
Q) Why would I write a paragraph?
To explain something
To describe something
To tell a story
To compare and contrast something
To persuade others
Q) How do I structure a paragraph?

4. Types of Paragraphs
Expository: Gives information or explains something
Descriptive: Describes something
Narrative: Reveals a story or event
Compare/Contrast: Tells how things are similar/ different
Persuasive: Gives an opinion and tries to make people think differently

5. Recipe for a great Persuasive Paragraph:
Contains:
1 Topic Sentence
6 Supporting Sentences (at least)
1 Concluding Sentence
Stays on topic from start to finish
Uses a variety of transitional words
Has proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization and indentation.
Provides details to support key points (and uses citations where applicable)

6. How to structure a paragraph
There is a simple and easy way to remember how to structure a paragraph.
It’s called the traffic light system!
Each colour stands for a different part of the paragraph.

7. Topic Sentences
The start of a paragraph is introduced by a key sentence that states the main idea of the paragraph (i.e. topic).
This is called a topic sentence.
A good topic sentence does two things:
It names a subject
Gives a focus or main point

8. Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school
Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school. One reason is that homework gives students additional practice of skills covered in class. High school classes are too short to teach a new concept and practice it sufficiently for students to master. Students need both guided practice in class and independent practice at home. Another reason for homework is that it provides time to complete longer assignments. For example, the ideal composition process allows time for students to think and to reflect on their ideas, as well as time to revise and to proofread their writing. Also, reports and special projects often require research that can not always be done at school. In addition, since all students do not work at the same speed, giving students time at home to finish work keeps them from falling behind. Finally, the most important reason for homework is that it ensures review. New material and old material are practiced in daily assignments. Students who do their homework daily are prepared for tests and achieve better grades. In conclusion, not only is homework essential to mastering new skills and maintaining previously learned skills, but it also guarantees constant review and provides time for longer assignments, as well as additional time for students who need it.

9. Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school
Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school. One reason is that homework gives students additional practice of skills covered in class. High school classes are too short to teach a new concept and practice it sufficiently for students to master. Students need both guided practice in class and independent practice at home. Another reason for homework is that it provides time to complete longer assignments. For example, the ideal composition process allows time for students to think and to reflect on their ideas, as well as time to revise and to proofread their writing. Also, reports and special projects often require research that can not always be done at school. In addition, since all students do not work at the same speed, giving students time at home to finish work keeps them from falling behind. Finally, the most important reason for homework is that it ensures review. New material and old material are practiced in daily assignments. Students who do their homework daily are prepared for tests and achieve better grades. In conclusion, not only is homework essential to mastering new skills and maintaining previously learned skills, but it also guarantees constant review and provides time for longer assignments, as well as additional time for students who need it.

10. Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school
Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school. One reason is that homework gives students additional practice of skills covered in class. High school classes are too short to teach a new concept and practice it sufficiently for students to master. Students need both guided practice in class and independent practice at home. Another reason for homework is that it provides time to complete longer assignments. For example, the ideal composition process allows time for students to think and to reflect on their ideas, as well as time to revise and to proofread their writing. Also, reports and special projects often require research that can not always be done at school. In addition, since all students do not work at the same speed, giving students time at home to finish work keeps them from falling behind. Finally, the most important reason for homework is that it ensures review. New material and old material are practiced in daily assignments. Students who do their homework daily are prepared for tests and achieve better grades. In conclusion, not only is homework essential to mastering new skills and maintaining previously learned skills, but it also guarantees constant review and provides time for longer assignments, as well as additional time for students who need it.

11. Supporting Sentences
They come after the topic sentence, making up the body of the paragraph.
Each sentence needs to be about your topic
What do they do? They give details to develop and support the main idea of the paragraph.
You should give supporting facts, details and examples (use MLA citation where necessary).

12. Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school
Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school. One reason is that homework gives students additional practice of skills covered in class. High school classes are too short to teach a new concept and practice it sufficiently for students to master. Students need both guided practice in class and independent practice at home. Another reason for homework is that it provides time to complete longer assignments. For example, the ideal composition process allows time for students to think and to reflect on their ideas, as well as time to revise and to proofread their writing. Also, reports and special projects often require research that can not always be done at school. In addition, since all students do not work at the same speed, giving students time at home to finish work keeps them from falling behind. Finally, the most important reason for homework is that it ensures review. New material and old material are practiced in daily assignments. Students who do their homework daily are prepared for tests and achieve better grades. In conclusion, not only is homework essential to mastering new skills and maintaining previously learned skills, but it also guarantees constant review and provides time for longer assignments, as well as additional time for students who need it.

13. Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school
Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school. One reason is that homework gives students additional practice of skills covered in class. High school classes are too short to teach a new concept and practice it sufficiently for students to master. Students need both guided practice in class and independent practice at home. Another reason for homework is that it provides time to complete longer assignments. For example, the ideal composition process allows time for students to think and to reflect on their ideas, as well as time to revise and to proofread their writing. Also, reports and special projects often require research that can not always be done at school. In addition, since all students do not work at the same speed, giving students time at home to finish work keeps them from falling behind. Finally, the most important reason for homework is that it ensures review. New material and old material are practiced in daily assignments. Students who do their homework daily are prepared for tests and achieve better grades. In conclusion, not only is homework essential to mastering new skills and maintaining previously learned skills, but it also guarantees constant review and provides time for longer assignments, as well as additional time for students who need it.

14. Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school
Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school. One reason is that homework gives students additional practice of skills covered in class. High school classes are too short to teach a new concept and practice it sufficiently for students to master. Students need both guided practice in class and independent practice at home. Another reason for homework is that it provides time to complete longer assignments. For example, the ideal composition process allows time for students to think and to reflect on their ideas, as well as time to revise and to proofread their writing. Also, reports and special projects often require research that can not always be done at school. In addition, since all students do not work at the same speed, giving students time at home to finish work keeps them from falling behind. Finally, the most important reason for homework is that it ensures review. New material and old material are practiced in daily assignments. Students who do their homework daily are prepared for tests and achieve better grades. In conclusion, not only is homework essential to mastering new skills and maintaining previously learned skills, but it also guarantees constant review and provides time for longer assignments, as well as additional time for students who need it.

15. Ending Sentences Ending sentence closes or finishes the paragraph.
Ending sentences repeat the topic sentence in a different way.

16. Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school
Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school. One reason is that homework gives students additional practice of skills covered in class. High school classes are too short to teach a new concept and practice it sufficiently for students to master. Students need both guided practice in class and independent practice at home. Another reason for homework is that it provides time to complete longer assignments. For example, the ideal composition process allows time for students to think and to reflect on their ideas, as well as time to revise and to proofread their writing. Also, reports and special projects often require research that can not always be done at school. In addition, since all students do not work at the same speed, giving students time at home to finish work keeps them from falling behind. Finally, the most important reason for homework is that it ensures review. New material and old material are practiced in daily assignments. Students who do their homework daily are prepared for tests and achieve better grades. In conclusion, not only is homework essential to mastering new skills and maintaining previously learned skills, but it also guarantees constant review and provides time for longer assignments, as well as additional time for students who need it.

17. Paragraph Traffic Lights
Introduces what the paragraph is about.
Topic Sentence
These sentences add details to the topic sentence.
Supporting Sentences
Pupils should copy this into their books.
This concludes or closes the paragraph.
Ending Sentence

18. Usage of Transitional Words

19. Transitions cont’d

20. Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school
Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school. One reason is that homework gives students additional practice of skills covered in class. High school classes are too short to teach a new concept and practice it sufficiently for students to master. Students need both guided practice in class and independent practice at home. Another reason for homework is that it provides time to complete longer assignments. For example, the ideal composition process allows time for students to think and to reflect on their ideas, as well as time to revise and to proofread their writing. Also, reports and special projects often require research that can not always be done at school. In addition, since all students do not work at the same speed, giving students time at home to finish work keeps them from falling behind. Finally, the most important reason for homework is that it ensures review. New material and old material are practiced in daily assignments. Students who do their homework daily are prepared for tests and achieve better grades. In conclusion, not only is homework essential to mastering new skills and maintaining previously learned skills, but it also guarantees constant review and provides time for longer assignments, as well as additional time for students who need it.

21. Your task… Once you have been placed in your groups:
Open the folder on your table.
In your group, you should:
Read the sample paragraph together
Try to locate the Topic Sentence, and highlight it green.
Try to locate the Supporting Sentences, and highlight them in yellow.
Try to locate the Closing Sentence, and highlight it red/pink.
If you can locate the Transitional Words, circle them.
In your group, look at the enclosed Paragraph Rubric, and grade the sample paragraph based on the criteria.
Rotate and repeat with new sample paragraph.

22. Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school
Homework is an important part of the learning process in high school. One reason is that homework gives students additional practice of skills covered in class. High school classes are too short to teach a new concept and practice it sufficiently for students to master. Students need both guided practice in class and independent practice at home. Another reason for homework is that it provides time to complete longer assignments. For example, the ideal composition process allows time for students to think and to reflect on their ideas, as well as time to revise and to proofread their writing. Also, reports and special projects often require research that can not always be done at school. In addition, since all students do not work at the same speed, giving students time at home to finish work keeps them from falling behind. Finally, the most important reason for homework is that it ensures review. New material and old material are practiced in daily assignments. Students who do their homework daily are prepared for tests and achieve better grades. In conclusion, not only is homework essential to mastering new skills and maintaining previously learned skills, but it also guarantees constant review and provides time for longer assignments, as well as additional time for students who need it.

23. What is a paragraph? How do I structure a paragraph?
Paragraphs
What is a paragraph?
How do I structure a paragraph?