Expository Writing W2L2

• English

What is a topic sentence?

1. A bunch of words put together.
2. It introduces a topic or main idea.
3. I'm not sure.
4. A conclusion.

Could this be a topic sentence?

Roblox is a user created game with many opportunities for varied gaming experiences.

1. No.
2. Yes.

What is paragraph structure?

Expository writing is used too...

1) Explain

2) Inform

3) Define

Examples of Expository Writing 

Textbooks

Encyclopedias

Instruction Manuals

Essays

Reports

Newspaper Articles

What is the purpose of expository writing?

a tell a story

to inform

to explain something

to tell my opinion

to define something

What is the purpose of brainstorming?

1. To draw lots of pictures.
2. To write my opinion.
3. To write a story.
4. To generate ideas.

Okay, let's practice brainstorming.

Write down all your thoughts about...
ICE CREAM

Now, let's do a quick review.

Which of the following are forms of expository writing?

1. a poem about Fornite
2. a newspaper article about Minecraft
3. a report about Roblox
4. a fictional story about Animal Crossing

Is explaining how to play a video game a form of expository writing?

1. Yes
2. No

Week 2 Assignment

1. Pick your favorite brainstorm idea and outline your paragraph. 

2. Complete Edpuzzle

3. Complete discussion questions/provide feedback to peers

OUTINING QUESTION: 

What is the main idea? What are details that SUPPORT the main idea?

Week 2 Schedule

Monday: Lesson on Lessonup (this).

Wednesday: Complete the Edpuzzle (link provided in classroom) and answer the discussion question.

Friday: Submit your outlines via the classroom discussion (worksheet found in the classroom).

Sunday: Provide feedback to your peers about their brainstorming topics.