In this class, the students will learn how to develop a basic 5 sentence paragraph.

As a Doctor of Education I understand the importance of a strong foundation in writing. Teaching students to develop a basic paragraph with complex sentences prepares students for high school and beyond. 

Through out the lesson, students will learn these four topics:

1) Topic Sentences
    a. How to develop a strong topic sentence
    b. What makes an interesting topic sentence
    c. How to identify the qualities of a topic sentence
2) Supporting Details
    a. How to organize details to support the topic sentence
    b. How to incorporate quality details
    c. How to identify a strong supporting detail sentence
3) Concluding sentences
    a. How to develop a strong concluding sentence
    b. How to summarize the paragraph without being redundant
    c. How to identify the qualities of a concluding sentence
4) Complex sentence structure
    a. How to improve the basic sentence to a higher level of writing
    b. What makes a sentence complex
    c. How to decide when to use a complex sentence

To accomplish these topics, students will receive direct instruction through lecture, practice with identifying parts of a paragraph through interactive class games, and time to practice writing through one homework assignment.

I adjust my teaching to the needs of the students. If there is a specific style of learning that your child needs, let me know ahead of time so that I can tailor the activities to your child.

My students are allowed to engage as much or as little as they want in the class. I ask questions, invite conversation, and create an engaging environment. 

At the end of class, I assign one paragraph as homework for the students to develop on their own. I provide feedback on Sunday and Monday for every class each week.