Speed Bumps Needed

I believe for our safety, we need
to have speed bumps installed in our
neighborhood.
With kids read the topic sentences (the reason for writing) then
have kids circle the persuasive topic sentences
On Saturday, I had the best day
ever with my cousin, Samantha.
1.
2
.
3
.
My favorite animal is the camel.
I’ve learned a lot about the camel
that I want to share with you.
It is important for our
earth that we all recycle.
4
.
I know that having a dog
would be a positive thing
for me.
6
.
If you want to make a
great chocolate cake, here’s
how to do it.
5
.
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Personal Narrative
A true story about the writer
told by the writer.
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I believe for our safety, we
need to have speed bumps
installed in our neighborhood.
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Persuasive
The writer tries to persuade
(convince) the reader that speed
bumps are needed.

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Research Report
The writer provides facts for the
reader.
My favorite animal is the
camel. I’ve learned a lot about
the camel and I want to share
that with you.

Persuasive
(convince) the reader that we all need
to recycle.
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If you want to make a great
chocolate cake, here’s how to do it.
The writer tells readers how to
make something.
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Persuasive
I know that having a dog would
be a positive thing for me.
(convince) his parents that he
should have a dog
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I believe for our safety, we need
to have speed bumps installed in our
neighborhood.
With Kids read the topic sentences and circle the sentences that are
persuasive topic sentences
1.
2
.
3
.
My favorite animal is the camel.
I’ve learned a lot about the camel
and I want to share with you.
4
.
I know that having a dog
would be a positive thing
for me.
6
.
If you want to make a
great chocolate cake, here’s
how to do it.
5
.

I believe for our safety, we need to
have speed bumps installed in our
neighborhood.
It is important for our earth that
we recycle.
1. Topic Statement (state opinion)
I know that having a dog would be a
positive thing for me.
Topic 1
Topic 2
Topic 3

they will remain
effective.
. .

I believe for our safety, we need to have speed
bumps installed in our neighborhood.

They can’t be ignored
like signs so they will
remain effective.
. .
I believe for our safety, we need to have speed
bumps installed in our neighborhood.

Have kids color code the different sections of the paragraph.

It is important for our earth that we
recycle. When we reuse materials we reduce
our waste. Less waste means fewer trees will
need to be cut down and less land will be
needed for landfills. Also, reusing materials
will reduce the amount of pollution in our air.
We can all pitch in and recycle to help keep
our earth safe.
Have kids complete the paragraph by adding the three supporting reasons.
Recycling Helps the Earth

It is important for our earth that we
recycle. When we reuse materials we reduce
our waste. Less waste means fewer trees will
need to be cut down and less land will be
needed for landfills. Also, reusing materials
will reduce the amount of pollution in our air.
We can all pitch in and recycle to help keep
our earth safe.
Completed Paragraph Example
Recycling Helps the Earth

I know that having a dog would be a positive thing
for me.
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A dog will definitely improve my life
With a dog depending
on me for its care, I will
become more responsible.
In addition , the
companionship of a dog
will bring me a lot of joy.
I will also be more
active with walking,
running and playing
chase with it.

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