1. Essay Writing The Care of a Pet
English I

2. 5 Paragraph Pet Essay Rubric
Intro
Has a quote that is properly cited – author or website (2 pts)
Thesis is last sentence (2 pts)
At least 5 sentences (3 pts)
Body 1
Transition Sentence includes 1st point made in thesis (1 pt) Topic Sent.
Body 2
Transition Sentence includes the 2nd point made in thesis (1 pt) Topic Sent
Body 3
Transition Sentence includes the 3rd point made in thesis (1 pt) Topic Sent
Conclusion
Sums up points (2 pts)
Restates thesis (1 pt)
Ends with a quote – properly cited (2 pts)
At least 5 sentences (3 pts)
Grammar and Spelling (3 pts)
Essay flows and makes sense (4 pts)
Outline (3 pts)
Edited RD (5 pts)
No use of 1st (I and me) or 2nd person (you or your) (3 pts)
Total _____ /45 pts

3. (An effective way to make clear paragraphs)
Making a Sandwich
(An effective way to make clear paragraphs)
Top Bun—Clear topic sentence
“One reason students should enroll in online classes is because they force students to use time management skills.”
Meat, Cheese, and Fixings—Details, examples, and evidence
“For instance, when in an online class, a student must determine how to juggle all of the assignments that are
required. The student will most likely need to complete some reading, contribute to a discussion board, take a
quiz, complete an essay, or do a variety of other assignments. These assignments are due by a particular date;
thus, the student must be sure that he/she manages time properly in order to get all of the assignments done by
the stated date. Furthermore, most of the time, all of this has to be done within one week. . .”
Bottom Bun—Paragraph Closer
“Using good time management skills is an important part of being a successful college student, therefore taking an
online class can be advantageous to students. Students should give online classes a try.”
Don’t let your sandwich fall apart! It will be a mess! Be sure to have a topic sentence,
clear details, and a paragraph closing.

4. Outline Format
Introduction
Hook the reader with an interesting quote or fact.
Supporting sentences relating to essay’s topic
Thesis statement: includes three main points about the topic
Main Point #1
Topic sentence and transition into paragraph
Supporting sentences and explanations
Conclusion
III. Main Point #2
A. Topic sentence and transition into paragraph
IV. Main Point #3
V. Conclusion
A. Review topics
B. Restate thesis sentence
C. Sum up with quote.

5. Outline
Introduction
A. “It is widely known that people who own pets tend to live longer,” stated Mrs. Bass.
B. Supporting Sentences
C. Thesis: When caring for a pet, it is important for an owner to consider the physical, emotional, and financial needs of that pet.
II. Physical Needs
A. Topic sentence
B. Explain with supporting sentences
C. Conclude
III. Emotional Needs
B. Explain
IV. Financial Needs
V. Conclusion
A. Review topics
B. Restate thesis sentence
C. Sum up with quote.

6. Peer Editing Essays
Take each essay and highlight or underline and label the different parts.
Intro: Quote and Thesis
Each body paragraph’s transition sentence
Conclusion: Quote and Restatement of thesis
Count the number of sentences in each paragraph and write the outside of the paragraph.
Circle any “you” or “I”…
Circle any misspelled words or incorrect usage.
If anything is unclear or left out – mark this with a ? And ask them to include more info.

7. Example