Ms. B's writing process

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First step with a writing prompt?

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Read the prompt

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After reading the prompt, what's the second step?

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Create a checklist of what the prompt is TELLING or ASKING you to do (annotate).

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Next step after annotating your prompt?

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Write a t-bar sentence (thesis statement)

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Correct annotation for the prompt: 1. Write about an enjoyable way to spend time outdoors. 2. Use specific details and examples to explain why it's enjoyable.

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1. Write about an enjoyable way to spend time outdoors. 2. Use specific details and examples to explain why that activity is enjoyable.

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Best t-bar for the prompt?

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Going camping is a wonderful way to spend time outdoors.

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After writing your thesis statement, what’s next?

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Create your web.

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Creating a web starts with:

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Transition words

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3 bubble sentences should be strong because...

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They become the topic sentences in your 3 body paragraphs.

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Thesis statement placement in an essay?

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The last sentence in the introductory paragraph.

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Intro paragraph starts with:

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A question, quote, or interesting fact