Writing Topic Sentences
Grade 5th Grade · ELA · 30 min· Nz Curriculum
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can write a clear topic sentence that introduces the main idea of a paragraph.
Warm-Up Video
Susana Williams · 2:02
Topic Sentences
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Topic sentences tell the reader what the paragraph is going to be about.
- 2
The topic sentence states the main idea of the paragraph.
- 3
A topic sentence is usually the first sentence in a paragraph.
Practice Questions
4 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Write a topic sentence for a paragraph about dogs.”
Teacher Guide
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