1. 11/8 Topic: Citations & Topic Sentences
Aim: Can I properly: cite a source and
write a proper topic sentence?
Do Now:
Take a handout
Take out your research packet, blank index cards, & something to write with.

2. Citations two to three per body paragraph (5 to 10 total)
statistics, quotes, speeches, specific details from an event, etc . . .
Only in the body paragraphs
Turn to page 23 in your research packet

3. Topic Sentences What does a topic sentence tell a reader?
Where do topic sentences appear in a paragraph?
Look at the Cesar Chavez sample paper (p. 26)
Take out one blank index card for every body paragraph that you have.

4. Organization Check Make sure your cards are organized/sorted properly
Your topic sentence for that paragraph should be on top of the pile
When you read your cards (body paragraph) it should flow like a story. . . No Gaps
If your cards are organized all you are doing is typing your cards type and flip

5. Organization Check Make sure your fact cards are in your own words
Double check for citable information and make sure you have the author’s name and page numbers on the card

6. For the Rest of the Period
You Can (Look at the Checklist)
Finish Organizing
Finish your Topic Sentences
Find the author and page numbers for your citations
Introduction, Thesis, Conclusion

7. For the Rest of the Period
You are working silently
If you need help I will add your name to my list and call you up when it is your turn.
While you are waiting you should work on something else. Do not just sit there and do nothing.

8. Homework Make sure you are ready to type when you come into class
Introduction & Thesis & Conclusion & Share
Bills/Vikings – Mr. Holzer
Mets/Pioneers – Mrs. Mack
Cards are sorted & organized into paragraphs
Topic Sentence for each paragraph.
You have citable information with the author and page #

9. Homework
Bring your English/Social Studies writing packet with you on tomorrow.