Writing Informative Paragraphs ✍️

Name: _______________________________
Date: _______________________________

Remember:

  • Start with a clear topic sentence that tells the main idea
  • Include 3-5 supporting details that give facts or information about the topic
  • Use linking words like: also, for example, in addition, another, finally
  • End with a concluding sentence that wraps up your paragraph

Choose ONE topic to write about:

☐ Native NZ birds
☐ The water cycle
☐ A sport or game
☐ Healthy eating
☐ Volcanoes
☐ Your own idea: _______________

Plan your paragraph:

Topic sentence:
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Supporting details (list 3-5 facts):
1. _______________________________________________________________
2. _______________________________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________________________
4. _______________________________________________________________
5. _______________________________________________________________

Write your informative paragraph here:

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Check your work:

☐ I have a clear topic sentence
☐ I included supporting details with facts
☐ I used linking words
☐ My paragraph makes sense and stays on topic
☐ I checked my spelling and punctuation