Introductory paragraph should start with a hook, have a transitional sentence or sentences, and finish with your thesis statement as the last sentence.
Point One paragraph–Topic sentence, 1st reason, two supporting details, 2nd reason, two supporting details, 3rd reason, two supporting details, closing sentence. Be sure to include transition words and/or phrases.
Point Two paragraph–Topic sentence, 1st reason, two supporting details, 2nd reason, two supporting details, 3rd reason, two supporting details, closing sentence. Be sure to include transition words and/or phrases.
Point Three paragraph–Topic sentence, 1st reason, two supporting details, 2nd reason, two supporting details, 3rd reason, two supporting details, closing sentence. Be sure to include transition words and/or phrases.
Conclusion–At least three sentences; restates the thesis; doesn’t introduce any new information.
