Crafting Effective Introductions

Dashawn·

Writing

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Grade Level6th Grade

SubjectWriting

Original Prompt

Create a worksheet that will help ENL students identify and write a short introduction paragraph. The paragraph should include a hook (attention grabber, background information, and state their position (yes or no) and claim (reason for their position). Provide the information in English and Spanish.

This resource provides a comprehensive guide on how to structure an introduction for essays, focusing on the essential elements: the Hook, Background Information, Position, and Claim (Thesis). It includes sentence frames in both English and Spanish to assist bilingual learners in formulating their thoughts. Additionally, model introductions are presented for practical understanding, followed by practice exercises that encourage students to write their own introductions. The material is designed to enhance writing skills and understanding of persuasive essay formats.