TheParagraph Sandwich

The Topic Sentence A topic sentence tells you what the

paragraph is about. It introduces the main idea of the

paragraph

Supporting Sentences Think about the ingredients you add to a

sandwich to make it taste delicious. The supporting details are the details

you add to a paragraph to make it awesome!

Closing Sentence The closing sentence is the last

sentence of the paragraph. It relates to the topic sentence. The concluding sentence sums up the

paragraph or gives a closing thought to bring the paragraph to a clear end.

Why do you think the bread is an important part of the sandwich?

Let’s brainstorm……

It holds everything together!

Why do we add things like meat, cheese and vegetables to our sandwiches?

It makes it taste better and adds

variety and flavor.

Now write your paragraph!!1) Write your

topic sentence first.

Topic Sentence

3) Finally, write a closing sentence.

Concluding sentence

2) Next, write 2 or 3 detail sentences.

Details

What is your favorite time of year?

Why is Harry Potter the best series ever written?

Great Job! Now enjoy that sandwich!