Give a powerful introduction. Scholars analyze the introductory paragraph in the model essay "Are We Medieval?: Opportunities in the Middle Ages and Today." They discuss the key components the author includes and then walk through the concluding paragraph. After class discussion of both paragraphs, writers begin drafting their own introduction and conclusion paragraphs. 

Concepts

introductory paragraphs, concluding paragraphs, argumentative writing

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Relate introductory paragraphs to introductions of keynote speakers

Classroom Considerations

• Lesson 13 of 16 in Grade 6 ELA Module 2B Unit 2
• Order of lessons matters

Pros

• Includes a rubric for pupils to self-assess
• Offers both guided support and independent work

Cons

• None

Common Core

W.6.1.a W.6.1.e W.6.4 W.6.9.a