1. Writing Thesis a Statement
A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main ideas that you want to express in your essay.
The thesis statement--
covers exactly the topic you want to talk about.
lets your readers know what to expect.
appears in your paper’s introductory paragraph.
helps you better organize and develop the content of your paper.

4. Thesis Statement Practice
You are going to write an essay about what a person needs to successfully photograph a lunar eclipse. The body paragraphs of your essay will discuss being prepared, having good equipment, and possessing creativity.
What are the three main points of your essay?
preparation, equipment, creativity
How can you combine all three points into a thesis statement?
Photographing a lunar eclipse requires preparation, equipment, and creativity.
You can improve your thesis statement by adding precise diction (word choice).
Successfully photographing a lunar eclipse requires careful preparation, reliable equipment, and creative ability.

5. Idea 1:
Idea 2:
Step 1: Thesis Web
Topic:
A thesis statement is usually one sentence that tells the main point of your piece of writing-research paper, essay, etc.
Idea 3:

6. Now write a thesis statement for your essay
Now write a thesis statement for your essay. What three main points will you discuss in your body paragraphs? How can you include all three points in your thesis statement?