Expository Letter Introduction How to write a good intro!

What goes in the intro? An introduction for an expository letter needs to include several things: Salutation (Dear Whoever,) Attention Grabber Controlling Idea

Attention Grabber Grab your reader’s interest with: An interesting fact A startling statistic or percentage A quotation An anecdote or a scenario A statement of wonder A rhetorical question A greeting/complement Language from the topic SOMETHING to provoke thought and interest on your topic!

Controlling Idea The statement that shows your reader the topic and sets the tone for writing. Ex. I believe that our school needs a class on childcare.

Intro with a greeting Dear Mrs. Wiggins, I know that you try your best each and every day to make our school great, but I have a suggestion that would make it even greater. A class on cooking would be a fun addition to the rigorous class load required of students at RMS. A cooking class would fill the school with delicious smells and delighted students.

Intro with a question! Dear Mr. Christian, Have you ever wondered what it would be like if everyone in the school had a chance to participate in a fun class outside of the normal classroom? A football class is just what the school needs to get kids out of the regular, mundane classroom and into a fun, hands-on learning environment.

DO NOT Say: Hi, hello, hey, etc. Say: My Name is Say: Today I am going to talk about/today I will write about/let me tell you about… THIS IS ALL INEFFECTIVE WORD CHOICE! Also, do not: Use bad or disrespectful language Insert erroneous details Give away too much of your detail

Ineffective INTRO Dear Mr. Chapel, Hi, my name is Hanna, and I have something to say about classes. I am going to tell you about Fun Class. It is where everyone has fun.

Ineffective Dear Mrs. Wiggins, We should have a class on something new. I like dog training. That would be fun.

Ineffective Dear Mr. Christian, I think a class on hunting is good. People should add it. Here’s why.