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Writing - Building Paragraphs

Grade 2 Core · W.2.2 · Organize a topic sentence, details, and a closing sentence. · Practice Set 8
Level 2
Practice SetsSet 1Set 2Set 3Set 4Set 5Set 6Set 7Set 8Set 9Set 10
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* Learning Goal
A strong paragraph stays on one topic. Plan first, then write with complete sentences. This is practice set 8 of 10.
1 Name the Parts
Write T for topic sentence, D for detail, and C for closing sentence.
The playground looked different after the rain.
Puddles covered the blacktop near the swings.
The grass looked greener and the air smelled fresh.
Rain can change an ordinary recess space into something new.
2 Plan a Paragraph
Choose a topic and plan one sentence for each part.

My topic: What makes a rainy day interesting

Topic sentence:

Detail 1:

Detail 2:

Closing sentence:

3 Write and Check
Write your paragraph. Then check capitals, punctuation, and staying on topic.
Checklist
  • I wrote a topic sentence.
  • I added at least two details.
  • I ended with a closing sentence.
  • I checked capitals and punctuation.
Keep going - clear thinking matters more than speed.
Writing · Level 2
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