Pre-writing & 5 paragraph essays

1. Pre-writing & 5 paragraph essays

2. Pre-writing • Pre-writing is a way to organize your thoughts. • Outline • Bubble map • Bullet point

3. Pre-writing cont. • Q: What is pre-writing used for? • A: Organizing thoughts and ideas • Q: What are some examples of some pre-writing styles? • A: outline, bubble map

4. Writing a 5 paragraph essay • Topic • Introduction • Body paragraphs • Conclusion • Today, we are going to discuss each component thoroughly.

5. Topic: • Usually assigned by teacher • Sometimes, you will be able to pick your own topic

6. Introduction • This is the first paragraph of your essay. • This paragraph presents your topic and creates the purpose your paper. • “This is what I’m going to talk about” • Generally, the introduction begins with a broad statement and narrows down to your thesis. • It includes a thesis.

7. Thesis statement • Thesis statement is the last sentence of your introduction. • It includes your subject and opinion. • Uniforms are great idea because XXXXX, XXXXX and XXXXX.

8. Body Paragraphs • The three opinion statements you made in the thesis is how you break down your paragraphs. • In each paragraph you discuss and support your opinions. • You can support with research, personal experience, interviews, and data.

9. Conclusion • This paragraph is the last paragraph of your essay. • It is your strongest paragraph. • A wrap up of your thoughts. • throughout your essay you are defending your opinions. • This is the wrap up of your thoughts. • “This is what I talked about”

10. Essay Assignment • What is your favorite holiday and why? • Begin with your Pre-write. • Rough draft and pre-write due tomorrow.