Writing a paragraph anchor chart

An experienced 4th grade teacher's tips to develop strong writers who are capable of writing a quality paragraph including a topic sentence, supporting details that are relevant to the topic, and a satisfying conclusion sentence! Transitional words/phrases are emphasized as well as the mechanics of indenting the start of each paragraph.

How to write a paragraph hamburger anchor chart; main idea/topic sentence; supporting details; closing sentence/conclusion; text evidence

Writing Process Anchor Chart

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Remember when I wrote about what had been going on with Narrative Writing Lessons a little while ago? That post was actually one that I used in my class with my kids (an idea I stumbled upon last y…

Sentence Starters and Transitions Anchor Chart for Informational Writing! Helps Grade 1-3 students transition from their topic sentence, to points, facts, and closing. Great support for independent writing.

Compare and Contrast Paragraph Frame

Hamburger paragraph for 2nd grade writing . Includes Topic sentence , details and closing sentence

Writing and reading anchor chart ideas for the classroom.