Informational Writing Structure

Informational Writing Structure

When you give facts to inform the reader about a topic.

Multiple Choice

What is the correct order for an informational essay structure?

• body paragraphs, introduction, conclusion

• conclusion, body paragraphs, introduction

• introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion

• introduction, conclusion, body paragraphs

Parts of the Introduction Paragraph

Engaging hook- grabs the reader's attention and is the very first sentence of the essay.

Define the topic- provides a two sentence definition of the topic.

Thesis Statement- the very last sentence of the introduction; one sentence; tells what each body paragraph will discuss.

Some text here about the topic of discussion

Multiple Choice

What is a thesis statement?

• The author's opinion on a subject.

• One sentence that tells a story

• Two sentences about your essay.

• One sentence that gives the main idea of each body paragraph.

Multiple Choice

Why should writers include a thesis statement?

• To share a story.

• To explain what their writing will be about.

• To make a lengthy introduction paragraph.

• To conclude the first paragraph.