What are the three main parts of a paragraph, as discussed in the video?

The three main parts of a paragraph are the topic sentence, detail sentences, and conclusion sentence.

Imagine you are writing a paragraph about your favorite animal. Write a topic sentence, three detail sentences, and a conclusion sentence for this paragraph.

Answers will vary but should include a clear topic sentence introducing the favorite animal, three supporting details about why it is the favorite, and a concluding sentence that summarizes the paragraph's main idea.

Which of the following sentences best describes the purpose of a conclusion sentence in a paragraph?

To remind the reader of the main idea of the paragraph using different words.

Paragraph Writing with Topic Sentences

5th GradeELA30 min

Learning Objective

I can write a paragraph using a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.

Lesson Flow

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5 min

Paragraphs (Part I) - What is a Paragraph

English Units

Guided Notes

6 min

Key concepts students will learn:

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A paragraph is a group of sentences about one idea.
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A paragraph has three parts: a topic sentence, detail sentences, and a conclusion sentence.
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The topic sentence tells the main idea, detail sentences explain and support the main idea, and the conclusion sentence reminds us of the main idea.

Practice

10 min

3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

“Write a paragraph of exactly 5 sentences about your favorite animal. Be sure to include a topic sentence, 3 supporting detail sentences, and a concluding sentence.”

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Paragraph Writing with Topic Sentences

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