Writing: Introduction to Writing to Compare and Contrast
One day class, students learn how to write an essay on comparing and contrasting a topic which help students write sentences in their essay with much more details in comparing two different topics.
Mrs.Devra
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(187)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursHomework
Handout will be provided for the lesson.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 6
What will be taught: Students learn how to write a compare and contrast essay that tells how two things are alike or different. Students will learn when you compare, you explain how the subjects are similar. When you contrast, you explain their differences. Students will learn to write about two subjects that have something in common. Students will learn how to write an introduction to grab the readers attention. Students will learn how to write corresponding details for each subject. Students will learn how to use a method to help the student write organized from beginning to end. Students will learn how to use a topic sentence to state their main idea. Students will learn using transitional words and phrases to compare and contrast. Students will learn how to write an ending that sums up their main ideas. How will the lesson be taught: Students will participate in writing comparing and contrasting two different things. Students will start by thinking of their topic, learn how to list details about each subject, such as look, sound, feel, taste, or smell. Students learn how a Venn diagram can help the student compare their two subjects. Students will learn how to organize the information in their essay writing about similarities and differences. How will the lesson be taught: Slides, participation in writing, discussion. Great class for beginners, great for students who need more practice in writing comparing and contrasting essays.
Learning Goals
Students will improve their writing skills with comparing and contrasting essays. Students will learn how to organize their essays to decide how to make it better and interesting.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parental guidance is helpful in case of technical difficulty or help for logging on to the zoom. Students do not need any expensive toys, furnishings or other items. They do need well designed space that is safe for the student to do activities/projects. Parental guidance is necessary incase student needs help with an activity with guidance. Such as gluing, cutting with scissors etc. There are no third party websites that will be used for each week for the lessons or signing in for accounts.
Supply List
Handout will be provided for the lesson.
3 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Ashford University
Bachelor's Degree from Ashford University
Experience Lead Teacher with GA Lottery Preschool for five yrs.
Head Start Teacher in Poconos Families and Services for two yrs.
East Stroudsburg School District sub for many different levels K-12 for over 20yrs. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-12
1-2 learners per class
