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Step 1: Thesis Step 2: Brainstorm 3 Main Ideas

Step 3: Decide on an introduction Story Background Information Simple Statement Question Quote Fact

Step 1: Thesis Step 2: 3 Main Ideas Topic: Children should not be spanked by their parents.

Story Background Information Simple Statement Question Quote Fact Topic: Children should not be spanked by their parents.

Story Background Information Simple Statement Question Quote Fact Topic: Teenagers should not be allowed to have jobs while they are students.

Topic: Parents should limit the amount of television kids watch. Story Background Information Simple Statement Question Quote Fact

Topic: College athletes should earn an income along with their education. Story Background Information Simple Statement Question Quote Fact