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Thesis Statements & Writing Leads in Essay Writing - Essay Introduction Lesson

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Description

Teaching how to evaluate a prompt, choose the best ideas, and write a thesisl statement in a writing lead has never been easier! This lesson includes an introduction and thorough explanation of writing a thesis statement and topic sentences for different types of writing and color-coded anchor paragraphs to demonstrate the writing process.

Additionally, writing prompt evaluation with examples of brainstorming ideas and choosing the best ones to include in the essay provide students the opportunity to practice the skills they have learned. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.

The no prep lesson can be used in class or assigned for distance learning as independent student work with Google™ Links provided. The instructional video with step-by-step guided note-taking can be presented as whole class instruction or assigned for students to complete at home.

This resource explains the entire process of writing a thorough and concise thesis statement and using it in their writing. The video, PowerPoint, and worksheets allow students to practice and develop their writing skills. The detailed lesson plans make implementing the lesson easy for teachers.

Each resource listed below is included in Google Drive™ and print format.

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This lesson about how to evaluate a prompt and write a Thesis Statement includes:

Entertaining Instructional Video with:

  • Identifying and evaluating various types of writing prompts
  • Brainstorming ideas and evidence
  • Advanced word choice for thesis statements
  • Analyzing ideas and evidence
  • Revision techniques
  • Individual practice with writing a thesis statement
  • Step-by-step instructions for completing the worksheets

Thesis Statement Lesson Plan with:

  • Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
  • Instructional Focus
  • Instructional Procedures
  • Objectives/Goals
  • Direct Instruction
  • Guided Practice
  • Enrichment
  • Differentiation
  • I Can Statement
  • Essential Question
  • ESE Strategies
  • ELL Strategies

Thesis Statement Worksheet with:

  • Explanations and examples of the different methods for evaluating prompts and writing a thesis statement
  • Practice determining ideas and advanced word choice
  • Examples of implied thesis and standard thesis
  • Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking
  • “Now It's Your Turn” section for students to practice skills learned

Thesis Statement PowerPoint Presentation with:

  • Introduction slides with explanations of prompts and thesis statements
  • Practice determining ideas and advanced word choice
  • Examples of implied thesis and standard thesis
  • Guided note-taking sections
  • Examples of prompts and thesis statements used in essays

Google Slides

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35 Slides (PPT), Lesson Plan 3 pgs, Worksheet 15 pgs, Answer Key, Google Apps, Instructional Video
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to see state-specific standards (only available in the US).
Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.
Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that establishes clear relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.
Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.
Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas, concepts, and information to make important connections and distinctions; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., figures, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic.

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