How to Write a Good Essay

3 Easy Steps!� 1. Write an introduction paragraph� 2. Write 1-3 body paragraphs� 3. Write the conclusion paragraph

Introduction� Should be 2-3 sentences� Should start with something creative

or interesting� Should introduce the topic and the

main idea you will be talking about

Body � Should be 1-3 paragraphs, depending

on how many main ideas you have� Each paragraph should be at least 3

sentences or more� Introduce each paragraph with a

topic sentence, or what you will be talking about in that paragraph

Conclusion� Talk about the main ideas of your

body paragraphs� If you haven’t already, include

opinions or final thoughts on your topic

� Should be 2-3 sentences

Common linking words to use in Common linking words to use in the the paragraphsparagraphs::

� First- usually used in 1st body paragraph� Next- usually used in 2nd or 3rd body

paragraph� Finally- usually starts your last body

paragraph� In conclusion- usually starts conclusion

paragraph� Also- to add another thought or idea� To continue- to keep talking about

something

Linking words that can be used Linking words that can be used in in all the essayall the essay::

� And- to link 2 ideas or sentences� Or- indicates an alternative� Like- for example� Such as- like� But- on the contrary, however� Because- the reason why� So- to that extent, therefore� Although/Even Though- in spite of the fact

� In my opinion- to address your opinions� For me- to address your opinions� Therefore- because of this…� Also- in addition to� As well as- in addition to� Like- for example� Such as- like