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:

_________________________________________________________________

Supporting details (list 3-5 facts):

1. _______________________________________________________________

2. _______________________________________________________________

3. _______________________________________________________________

4. _______________________________________________________________

5. _______________________________________________________________

Write your informative paragraph here:

_________________________________________________________________________

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