Presentation is loading. Please wait.

Presentation is loading. Please wait.

Pre-writing & 5 paragraph essays

Similar presentations


Presentation on theme: "Pre-writing & 5 paragraph essays"— Presentation transcript:

1 Pre-writing & 5 paragraph essays

2 Pre-writing Pre-writing is a way to organize your thoughts. Outline
Bubble map Bullet point

3 Pre-writing cont. Q: What is pre-writing used for?
A: Organizing thoughts and ideas Q: What are some examples of some pre-writing styles? A: outline, bubble map

4 Writing a 5 paragraph essay
Topic Introduction Body paragraphs Conclusion Today, we are going to discuss each component thoroughly.

5 Topic: Usually assigned by teacher
Sometimes, you will be able to pick your own topic

6 Introduction This is the first paragraph of your essay.
This paragraph presents your topic and creates the purpose your paper. “This is what I’m going to talk about” Generally, the introduction begins with a broad statement and narrows down to your thesis. It includes a thesis.

7 Thesis statement Thesis statement is the last sentence of your introduction. It includes your subject and opinion. Uniforms are great idea because XXXXX, XXXXX and XXXXX.

8 Body Paragraphs The three opinion statements you made in the thesis is how you break down your paragraphs. In each paragraph you discuss and support your opinions. You can support with research, personal experience, interviews, and data.

9 Conclusion This paragraph is the last paragraph of your essay.
It is your strongest paragraph. A wrap up of your thoughts. throughout your essay you are defending your opinions. This is the wrap up of your thoughts. “This is what I talked about”

10 Essay Assignment What is your favorite holiday and why?
Begin with your Pre-write. Rough draft and pre-write due tomorrow.


Download ppt "Pre-writing & 5 paragraph essays"

Similar presentations


Ads by Google