Writing a Strong Closing Paragraph: Referring to the Prompt and Big Ideas

This lesson teaches how to effectively conclude a response by revisiting the prompt and main ideas. It guides students through writing a closing paragraph by restating the thesis, summarizing key details, and ending with a strong sentence. The example used is a persuasive letter to a teacher about a field trip to the zoo. The lesson emphasizes the importance of referring back to the original prompt and crafting a compelling conclusion.

What role does the thesis statement play in the concluding paragraph?

What is the final sentence of the concluding paragraph meant to achieve?

Explain how the hook sentence can be used in the conclusion.