📝 Mastering Paragraph Writing: Build Strong Writing Skills
In this 2-week, self-paced class, students review the elements of a paragraph (topic sentence, supporting details, and closing sentence) and practice writing effective paragraphs.
Christine- Little Reading Coach
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What's included
5 pre-recorded lessons
2 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
1-2 hours per week. *Students will play Blooket to show knowledge of paragraph structure and information about The Titanic *Students will write two practice paragraphsProgress Report
The instructor will send weekly progress reports on Fridays if work has been completed.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
Being able to write an effective paragraph is an essential skill for students. Strong paragraph writing lays the foundation for essays, research papers, and clear communication across all subjects—including science and math! In this interactive class, students will learn how to structure and write well-organized paragraphs through engaging activities such as: ✅ Lesson videos for direct instruction ✅ Guided notes to reinforce key concepts ✅ Blooket for fun, interactive learning ✅ Reading & highlighting a nonfiction text ✅ Vocabulary development & comprehension questions ✅ Paragraph writing practice with teacher feedback Students will complete two structured writing assignments: ✏️ Paragraph 1: A personal writing prompt about their own life ✏️ Paragraph 2: An informative response based on a nonfiction passage about The Titanic 📝 Teacher Feedback & Progress Reports: All writing assignments can be submitted for personalized feedback. Additionally, the instructor will send weekly progress reports on Fridays for students who have completed work. By the end of this class, students will gain confidence in writing clear, structured, and well-supported paragraphs! 🚀
Learning Goals
Recognize elements of a paragraph (topic sentence, supporting details, closing sentence)Utilize text evidence from an informational text to support ideas in writing
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum5 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Paragraphs I
View lesson video, complete guided notes, and take Blooket quiz. Lesson 2:
Paragraphs II
Practice paragraph writing by composing a well-written paragraph based on a prompt. **Submit for feedback. 1 assignment
Lesson 3:
The Titanic I
Practice note-taking skills by reading, highlighting, and answering reading comprehension questions with a nonfiction text. Lesson 4:
The Titanic II
View video lesson to review vocabulary and reading comprehension questions Other Details
Learning Needs
*This class accommodates those with learning differences including ADHD, Autism, dyslexia, dysgraphia, etc.
*Read-aloud video, lesson videos, guided notes, review videos, and graphic organizers are provided.
Parental Guidance
The Titanic informational text does include drowning and death.
Blooket is also used for each text. Students don't need an account to access the activities.
Supply List
*Teacher provided materials (paragraph assignments, guided notes, nonfiction text, reading questions and vocabulary graphic organizer) *Pen/pencil *Highlighter
Sources
What Was the Titanic? by Stephanie Sabol
Joined June, 2023
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Phoenix
Bachelor's Degree in English from Centenary College
Teacher is a certified Teacher of English (K-12) and Reading Specialist (P-12) with over ten years of teaching experience. Reviews
Self-Paced Class
$18
weekly5 pre-recorded lessons
2 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
Ages: 9-12
