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| one is | first | moreover |
| another is | second | furthermore |
| the other is | third | above all |
| also | besides | in addition to |
| next | then | to begin with |
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| specifically | for example | to explain |
| for instance | in other words | to describe |
| restated | translated | actually |
| by the way | for instance | however |
| in the first place | meanwhile | on the other hand |
| yet | afterward | for example |
| furthermore | in the meantime | never the less |
| similarly | consequently | otherwise |
| as a matter of fact | better yet | |
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| in conclusion | to sum up | in summary |
| to conclude | as a result | for these reasons |
| as one can see | in short | I conclude that |
| finally | A transition word is usually followed by a comma. | |
Indent --->I am Susie and I have a very busy family. First, there is my mother. She is a kindergarten teacher at Bonny Kate School. Then, there is my father. He works for the United States Post Office. He is a mailman. Lastly, there is me. I am a sixth grade student at South Doyle Middle School. Everyone in my family is always very busy working or going to school.
(1) Main Idea Sentence
The main idea sentence is a general sentence that introduces the main idea (most important) of the paragraph.(2) Supporting Detail Sentences
Next add two or three supporting detail sentences which explain, prove or support the main idea sentence.(3) Elaborating Detail Sentences
After each supporting detail sentence, add elaborating detail sentences. These should give examples and details of the supporting details.Remember this helpful hint:
Closing
Adjectives
Transitions
Sensory Images
Activity Read the main idea sentence. Write a paragraph. Be sure to add at least two supporting detail sentences and two elaborating detail sentences. Finally add the closing sentence. In your closing sentence, retell the main idea. Feel free to change the word "baseball" to your favorite activity.
(1) Main Idea Sentence: Baseball is an exciting game to play!
(2) Supporting Detail Sentence
(3) Elaborating Details
(3) Elaborating Details
(2) Supporting Detail Sentence
(3) Elaborating Details
(3) Elaborating Details
Closing Sentence: Now you can see why I love baseball.
Proofreading Checklist
- Did I spell words correctly?
- Did I indent my paragraph?
- Did I use capital letters correctly?
- Did I use correct marks at the end of the sentences?
- Did I use words that describe?
- Did I use a main idea sentence?
- Did I write supporting detail sentences that relate to the main idea?
- Did I write a closing sentence?
- Did I use my best handwriting?
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