Transcript Writing a Paragraph

How to write a paragraph
by Ms. Krauser
Writing a paragraph is just as easy
as talking to a friend. The trick is
to stick to the topic! Here are 3
easy steps to help you.
Step 1: Tell me what you are going
to tell me
Your first sentence should tell me what your
topic is. If your going to tell me about the effect
of a particular cause….say in Charlotte’s Web…
example:
Wilbur’s life was completely different than other
pigs because he was born a runt.
This sentence lets me know you’re going to talk
about the effects of Wilbur being a runt.
Step 2: Tell me in detail
Give some examples to prove your point.
Example: Wilbur got to be raised by Fern
because he was a runt and most runts don’t survive in a
litter. He was also bought by Fern’s Uncle, Mr.
Zuckerman, instead of a stranger because Fern wanted
him near her. Living in Mr. Zuckerman’s barn meant
that Wilbur met Charlotte and became her friend.
Step 3: Tell me what you told me
The last sentence is where you get to “wrap it
up”.
Example: Wilbur was a very lucky pig to be born a runt.
This pulls your first thought all the way
through the paragraph and sums up what
you’ve said.
Here’s what the runt paragraph looks
like altogether:
Wilbur’s life was completely different than other pigs because
he was born a runt. Wilbur got to be raised by Fern
because he was a runt and most runts don’t survive in a
litter. He was also bought by Fern’s Uncle, Mr.
Zuckerman, instead of a stranger because Fern wanted
him near her. Living in Mr. Zuckerman’s barn meant
that Wilbur met Charlotte and became her friend. Wilbur
was a very lucky pig to be born a runt.
Writing a paragraph is easy:
Just remember:
1. Tell me what you are going to
tell me
2. Tell me (in detail)
3. Tell me what you told me