1. Lesson One Expository Essay
- Explore the expository essay writing process (see next slides)
Analyze prompts using PPT (purpose, position, topic)
: practice deconstructing the even # prompts in pairs
: practice deconstructing the odd # prompts individually
Show Group 13 Matching from ELMO (so print from Knowsys site)
Use your pencil to CIRCLE the PURPOSE
Use your pencil to BOX the POSITION
Use your pencil to UNDERLINE the TOPIC

2. Expository Essay Expository Essay What is an expository essay?
Definition: A type of informational text that clarifies or explains something
Post-it Note : Ask participants to write their definition of Expository Essay

3. Expository Essay Elements
Clear, concise, and defined thesis statement
Clearly organized structure
Strong introduction
Specific supporting details
Strong conclusion
Purposeful and precise word choice
Varied sentence structure

4. The Process the Writing Process Analyze Prompt
Brainstorm Position/ Topic/Reasons
Write Thesis
Introduction, Body, Conclusion
Plan and Draft Essay:
Revise Essay
Edit Essay
Write Final Draft
the
Writing
Process
EXPOSITORY ESSAY

5. Prompt Analysis Strategies for Prompt Analysis Read Once Throughout
Re-Read Sentence by Sentence – Annotating, Highlighting, Using dictionary/thesaurus
Look for key words that allude to the PURPOSE of the essay (explain, inform, describe, compare)
Look for the TOPIC and consider possible POSITIONS
Effective Prompt Analysis is needed to write an effective THESIS statement.

6. Brainstorm General Reasons For Each
Position
TOPIC
Working by Yourself
Working with a Group
Depend only on self No slackers Develop a variety of content skills Develop independence, personal accountability
Which topic do I Choose?
Build problem- solving skills Real-World Experience Depend on different talents from group members
Share responsibilities
Brainstorm General Reasons For Each

7. Purpose
Position
TOPIC
THESIS

8. Lesson Two Expository Essay
- Introduce stated thesis notes (see next slides)
- Take notes of components of a thesis (topic, position, & reasons)
- Practice writing a variety of theses using TPR (topic, position, reasons)
: practice developing a thesis using even # prompts in pairs
: practice developing a thesis using odd # prompts independently
Formative grade
Analyze print advertisements using the College Board materials
Use your red pen to CIRCLE the TOPIC
Use your red pen to BOX the POSITION
Use your red pen to UNDERLINE the 2-3 REASONS

9. The Process the Writing Process Analyze Prompt
Brainstorm Position/ Topic/Reasons
Write Thesis
Plan and Draft Essay: Introduction, Body, Conclusion
Revise Essay
Edit Essay
Write Final Draft
the
Writing
Process
EXPOSITORY ESSAY

10. The THESIS REASONS TOPIC POSITION 1-2 General
Addresses the main points/ideas of your essays and directly responds to the essay prompt Tells the reader WHAT is being discussed and in WHAT manner/structure they will be discussed Thesis Statements include –
1-2 General
REASONS
TOPIC
POSITION

11. Thesis Definition Characteristics Examples Non-examples
A statement (not question) that contains…
A specific topic and…
A well-defined position
It may contain general reasons to support the position.
It is located in the introduction.
A brief statement, usually no more than 1-2 sentences, that states what a writer will explain throughout an essay.
Thesis
Examples
Non-examples
Reading is an important skill to develop because it helps people to achieve success in their careers.
Because of their economic impact, Chinese labor played an important role in western railroad expansion.
The life of the typical college student is characterized by time spent studying, attending class, and socializing with peers.
I like church.
Was the football stadium worth the money?
Chinese labor is so bad.
Achieve financial, academic and spiritual success by fixing it.
In conclusion, the typical college student leads a busy life.

12. Thesis: Topic + Position + (1-2) General Reasons
Working with a group is better than working alone because a person can build problem-solving skills and depend on other members’ different talents.
Working by Yourself
Working with a Group
Depend only on self No slackers Develop a variety of content skills Develop independence, personal accountability
Build problem- solving skills Real-World Experience Depend on different talents from group members
Share responsibilities
Thesis: Topic + Position + (1-2) General Reasons

13. WRITE an essay explaining whether it is better to work by yourself or with a group.
Thesis: Topic plus view/position plus general reason
Example:
Working in groups is better than working alone because members are able to rely on each other’s strengths.
Non Example:
Working by yourself is better than working in a group because my team member Johnny never contributes to work in the lab.
Non Example:
Some people prefer to work on their own because they don’t like working in groups.

14. Thesis: Topic plus view/position plus general reason
WRITE an essay explaining whether it is better to work by yourself or with a group.
Thesis: Topic plus view/position plus general reason
Example:
Working in teams is more preferable than working by yourself because it helps you build important social skills.
Example:
Working in groups is better because you get to build social skills and you can rely on different strengths from members.
Make anchor chart on this prompt….
Non Example:
Working in groups is better than working alone.

15. Lesson Three Expository Essay Gallery Walk
Practice identifying elements of a thesis
Create & complete chart in your spiral

16. Lesson Four Expository Essay
- Deconstruct 2 prompts for expository essay (written next week)
- Identify & label each prompt for purpose, position, & topic
- Write a thesis for each: circle the topic, box in the position, & underline the reasons
- Complete for homework and brainstorm ideas as you choose one for your essay
Pronouns Test next Thursday

17. Brainstorm General Reasons For Each
Position
TOPIC
Working by Yourself
Working with a Group
Depend only on self No slackers Develop a variety of content skills Develop independence, personal accountability
Which topic do I Choose?
Build problem- solving skills Real-World Experience Depend on different talents from group members
Share responsibilities
Brainstorm General Reasons For Each