Paragraph Writing for Kids

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ISBN:	9781929683642
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A foundational goal for strong writing is effective paragraphs: descriptive, narrative, persuasive, expository, and comparative. Use this text as a supplement, or combine with grammar, mechanics, and spelling for a full composition course. The structure of this publication permits educators to tailor pacing and usage to individual needs. Lessons direct students to create each of the 5 paragraphs following the same steps: choose a subject, create details, organize the outline, write a topic sentence, review, order supporting details, write a conclusion, write rough and final draft (11 total). Directions are in large font, with sample passages even larger, making analysis easier. Passages are student friendly, short and varied; themes often include holiday activities (Halloween Trick or Treating, Easter Egg Hunts, Christmas tree trimming, without religious content). Each student will need this book and a 2-pocket, 3-ring binder to store work which becomes a final portfolio. An answer key is available online. ~ Ruth

Publisher Description:

Paragraph Writing for Kids teaches the basic skills of composition, with special emphasis on the thought processes necessary for clear, organized writing. Students are guided through the creation of five types of paragraphs:

* Descriptive

* Narrative

* Persuasive

* Expository

* Comparative

Designed to be student-directed, Paragraph Writing for Kids is an effective, fun way to prepare students for writing longer essays.

Category Description for WRITING SKILLS PRACTICE:

These materials provide practice for developing individual skills necessary to writing rather than focusing on the work as a whole.

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English/Writing

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ISBN

9781929683642

Format

Paperback

Brand Name

Common Sense Press

Weight

1.1 (lbs.)

Dimensions

11.0" x 8.5" x 0.38"

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I like how this covered many types of paragraph writing and has steps for each.

Emily S on Jan 2, 2021

I want a very structured way to teach how to write a strong paragraph in order to get better prepared for writing 5-paragraph essays.

susan w on Jun 3, 2020

I like how this covered many types of paragraph writing and has steps for each.

Emily S on Jan 2, 2021

After looking through many books this one just seemed to fit.

Whitney on Aug 20, 2020

I want a very structured way to teach how to write a strong paragraph in order to get better prepared for writing 5-paragraph essays.

susan w on Jun 3, 2020

After looking through many books this one just seemed to fit.

Whitney on Aug 20, 2020

Would this be appropriate for an 8th grader that struggles with his writing or would it be too young/easy?

Shelby on Jul 2, 2021

BEST ANSWER: I really liked this book, however I used it with a 4th grader. It does a very good job of teaching how to organize and structure a paragraph. You could do the first few lessons as a paragraph and follow the same format for the later lessons, but instead have your child write a short five paragraph essay. I appreciated that when finished with the book, I was confident my daughter could easily write a paragraph with an introduction, conclusion, and points that supported the topic she was writing about. This coming year I hope to have her take what she learned and write 5 paragraph essays without going through another writing course.

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User on Jul 3, 2021
Purchased on Oct 22, 2020

I used Paragraph Writing with both my sixth grader and eight grader both who were struggling with writing and even though they do not get excited about writing they at least are no longer intimidated by having to produce well put together paragraphs., in fact they can actually produce several paragraphs with no more complaining how hard it is.The exercises are well laid out with clear directions and are not too easy or dumbed down. I would recommend this book to anyone afraid of writing assignments regardless of grade.

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Shelly S on Jul 3, 2021
Purchased on Apr 20, 2020

I think this breaks down paragraph writing in manageable steps that build on to each other. I think it provides a good foundation for paragraph writing, which is necessary for building essay writing. If your 8th grader needs to work on the format and structure of paragraph writing this would be a good way of determining where in the process more practice is needed.

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Heather B on Jul 3, 2021
Purchased on Sep 17, 2020

I tried this book with a 9th grader who was struggling with writing. It was actually quite challenging for my student. I think it would be appropriate for an 8th grader who struggles with writing.

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Mary H on Jul 3, 2021
Purchased on Oct 26, 2020

I think so! It does a really good job of teaching all the necessary traits for writing. Especially good for a student who might struggle with organization of writing.