Parts of a paragraph

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What is a paragraph?

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A paragraph is a group of sentences that talk about one main idea.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is the first sentence in a paragraph that tells what the paragraph is about.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are sentences that give more information about the main idea in the topic sentence.

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What is a concluding sentence?

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A concluding sentence is the last sentence in a paragraph that summarizes the main idea.

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What does it mean to summarize?

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To summarize means to give a short version of the main points of a text.

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What is the purpose of a concluding sentence?

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The purpose of a concluding sentence is to wrap up the paragraph and reinforce the main idea.

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What is the difference between a topic sentence and a supporting detail?

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A topic sentence states the main idea, while supporting details provide information that explains or supports that idea.

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Why is play important for children?

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Play is important for children because it helps them learn, observe, and participate in their environment.

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What does it mean for a detail to not fit in a paragraph?

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A detail that does not fit does not relate to the main idea or topic of the paragraph.

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What is an example of a topic sentence?

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An example of a topic sentence is: 'Dogs make great pets because they are loyal and friendly.'