Informational Writing

A hook is a compelling opening sentence or question that grabs the reader's attention.

A thesis statement is 1-2 sentences in your writing that introduces the main point you are trying to make.

A conclusion paragraph should end with a final sentence that leaves the reader thinking.

To summarize means to cover the main points quickly.

A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

Text evidence refers to specific details or examples from a text that support a claim or argument.

The introduction sets the stage for the topic and provides background information.

The conclusion wraps up the writing and reinforces the main points.

A thesis statement presents the main argument of the entire piece, while a topic sentence introduces the main idea of a specific paragraph.

Transitions help to guide the reader through the text and connect ideas smoothly.