Paragraph Writing

What do you know about Paragraph Writing? Write down what you already know about writing paragraphs.

A paragraph is like a sandwich…..

A Paragraph is a group of sentences organized around one main idea Contains a TOPIC SENTENCE, SUPPORTING DETAILS and A CONCLUDING SENTENCE

Topic Sentence States the topic and the controlling idea of the paragraph. The controlling idea tells the reader what will be said about the topic. Ex. High school is a challenging experience. Having a best friend is important.

A Topic Sentence Do not OVERGENERALIZE Riverside is awesome. Do not be TOO SPECFIC Riverside has excellent elective courses to offer such as Drama, Information Techonolgy, Cafeteria, Keyboarding and Jazz Band.

Supporting Sentences/The Body The body of a paragraph has supporting sentences It gives detail through examples, descriptions, explanations, facts and or opinions to develop the main idea of the paragraph.

The Concluding Sentence The Concluding Sentence re-states the Topic Sentence in another way. Ex. In conclusion, high school students are faced with both academic and social challenges.

The PEE Method

Time to PEE on our Writing PEE stands for Point, Evidence and Explanation. By using this formula you will create an effective and strong paragraph. These are the Supporting Sentences of your paragraph. P – Introduces the point you want to make E - Gives examples/quotes/reasons/facts to you reader to support your point. E- Explains how your examples connect to your point

PEE Method Topic: Describe Riverside high school Point – Riverside is a wonderful school because of the many extra-curricular activities that are available to students. Evidence – Riverside offers extra-curricular activities from sports, to clubs to the arts. For example, during the fall, we have a swim team, junior and varsity volleyball. We also offer clubs like the multi-cultural club, green club and poetry club. Explanation – Having a variety of extra-curricular activities offered makes Riverside a more enjoyable school and therefore a great school to attend.