Paragraph Writing of the Week Graphic Organizers- Differentiation for Grades 5-6

Differentiate paragraph writing for 5th and 6th graders with this how to write a paragraph bundle! This bundle includes resources that include standards for 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade!

This bundle includes 2 resources:

• How to Write a Paragraph 3-5
• How to Write a Paragraph 6-8
  

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Great for differentiation in 5th and 6th grade!

Here’s what teachers are saying:

✏️ "I've been using this for several weeks with 6th-8th grades. I wish I had started earlier in the school year. Students are getting faster and more confident with their writing skills with each passing week!" -Vicky S.

✏️ "This is an essential to my writing curriculum. This is designed perfectly for ELs or struggling writers. It is easy to follow and scaffolds students throughout the writing process. The topics are engaging to keep students interested, but the activity also provides enough structure to give students solid practice in proper paragraph technique. I felt like my students multi-paragraph writings improved because they now have strong individual paragraphs." -Katie F.

✏️ "I taught my students about writing paragraphs using this resource. The topics are great, and students get easily engaged because it is all about them. The rubrics are easy to use, and students get to help each other by editing and revising each other's work. I also used it in distance learning with the same results." -Ava A.

Common Core Standards:

CCSSW.3.1
Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons.

CCSSW.3.2
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.

CCSSW.3.3
Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences.

CCSSW.3.4
With guidance and support from adults, produce writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to task and purpose.

CCSSW.3.5
With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing.

CCSSW.3.8
Recall information from experiences or gather information from print and digital sources; take brief notes on sources and sort evidence into provided categories.

CCSSW.3.10
Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.

CCSSW.4.1
Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons and information.

CCSSW.4.2
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.

CCSSW.4.3
Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences.

CCSSW.4.4
Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

CCSSW.4.5
With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing.

CCSSW.4.8
Recall relevant information from experiences or gather relevant information from print and digital sources; take notes and categorize information, and provide a list of sources.

CCSSW.4.10
Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.

CCSSW.5.1
Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons and information.

CCSSW.5.1a
Introduce a topic or text clearly, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure in which ideas are logically grouped to support the writer’s purpose.

CCSSW.5.1b
Provide logically ordered reasons that are supported by facts and details.

CCSSW.5.1c
Link opinion and reasons using words, phrases, and clauses (e.g., consequently, specifically).

CCSSW.5.1d
Provide a concluding statement or section related to the opinion presented.

CCSSW.5.2
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.

CCSSW.5.2a
Introduce a topic clearly, provide a general observation and focus, and group related information logically; include formatting (e.g., headings), illustrations, and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.

CCSSW.5.2b
Develop the topic with facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples related to the topic.

CCSSW.5.2c
Link ideas within and across categories of information using words, phrases, and clauses (e.g., in contrast, especially).

CCSSW.5.2d
Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.

CCSSW.5.2e
Provide a concluding statement or section related to the information or explanation presented.

CCSSW.5.3
Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences.

CCSSW.5.3a
Orient the reader by establishing a situation and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally.

CCSSW.5.3b
Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, description, and pacing, to develop experiences and events or show the responses of characters to situations.

CCSSW.5.3c
Use a variety of transitional words, phrases, and clauses to manage the sequence of events.

CCSSW.5.3d
Use concrete words and phrases and sensory details to convey experiences and events precisely.

CCSSW.5.4
Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

CCSSW.5.5
With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach.

CCSSW.5.10
Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.

CCSSW.3.1a
Introduce the topic or text they are writing about, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure that lists reasons.

CCSSW.3.1b
Provide reasons that support the opinion.

CCSSW.3.1c
Use linking words and phrases (e.g., because, therefore, since, for example) to connect opinion and reasons.

CCSSW.3.1d
Provide a concluding statement or section.

CCSSW.3.2a
Introduce a topic and group related information together; include illustrations when useful to aiding comprehension.

CCSSW.3.2b
Develop the topic with facts, definitions, and details.

CCSSW.3.2c
Use linking words and phrases (e.g., also, another, and, more, but) to connect ideas within categories of information.

CCSSW.3.2d
Provide a concluding statement or section.

CCSSW.3.3a
Establish a situation and introduce a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally.

CCSSW.3.3c
Use temporal words and phrases to signal event order.

CCSSW.3.3d
Provide a sense of closure.

CCSSW.4.1a
Introduce a topic or text clearly, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure in which related ideas are grouped to support the writer’s purpose.

CCSSW.4.1b
Provide reasons that are supported by facts and details.

CCSSW.4.1c
Link opinion and reasons using words and phrases (e.g., for instance, in order to, in addition).

CCSSW.4.1d
Provide a concluding statement or section related to the opinion presented.

CCSSW.4.2b
Develop the topic with facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples related to the topic.

CCSSW.4.2c
Link ideas within categories of information using words and phrases (e.g., another, for example, also, because).

CCSSW.4.2d
Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.

CCSSW.4.2e
Provide a concluding statement or section related to the information or explanation presented.

CCSSW.4.3a
Orient the reader by establishing a situation and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally.

CCSSW.4.3b
Use dialogue and description to develop experiences and events or show the responses of characters to situations.

CCSSW.4.3c
Use a variety of transitional words and phrases to manage the sequence of events.

CCSSW.4.3d
Use concrete words and phrases and sensory details to convey experiences and events precisely.

CCSSW.4.3e
Provide a conclusion that follows from the narrated experiences or events.

CCSSW.6.1
Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

CCSSW.6.1a
Introduce claim(s) and organize the reasons and evidence clearly.

CCSSW.6.1c
Use words, phrases, and clauses to clarify the relationships among claim(s) and reasons.

CCSSW.6.1d
Establish and maintain a formal style.

CCSSW.6.1e
Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from the argument presented.

CCSSW.6.2
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

CCSSW.6.2a
Introduce a topic; organize ideas, concepts, and information, using strategies such as definition, classification, comparison/contrast, and cause/effect; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.

CCSSW.6.2b
Develop the topic with relevant facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples.

CCSSW.6.2c
Use appropriate transitions to clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts.

CCSSW.6.2d
Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.

CCSSW.6.2e
Establish and maintain a formal style.

CCSSW.6.2f
Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from the information or explanation presented.

CCSSW.6.3
Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.

CCSSW.6.3a
Engage and orient the reader by establishing a context and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally and logically.

CCSSW.6.3b
Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, and description, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.

CCSSW.6.3c
Use a variety of transition words, phrases, and clauses to convey sequence and signal shifts from one time frame or setting to another.

CCSSW.6.3d
Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to convey experiences and events.

CCSSW.6.3e
Provide a conclusion that follows from the narrated experiences or events.

CCSSW.6.4
Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

CCSSW.6.5
With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach.

CCSSW.7.1
Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

CCSSW.7.1a
Introduce claim(s), acknowledge alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically.

CCSSW.7.1b
Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant evidence, using accurate, credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text.

CCSSW.7.1c
Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), reasons, and evidence.

CCSSW.7.1d
Establish and maintain a formal style.

CCSSW.7.1e
Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.

CCSSW.7.2
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

CCSSW.7.2a
Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information, using strategies such as definition, classification, comparison/contrast, and cause/effect; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.

CCSSW.7.2b
Develop the topic with relevant facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples.

CCSSW.7.2c
Use appropriate transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts.

CCSSW.7.2d
Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.

CCSSW.7.2e
Establish and maintain a formal style.

CCSSW.7.2f
Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented.

CCSSW.7.3
Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.

CCSSW.7.3a
Engage and orient the reader by establishing a context and point of view and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally and logically.

CCSSW.7.3b
Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, and description, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.

CCSSW.7.3c
Use a variety of transition words, phrases, and clauses to convey sequence and signal shifts from one time frame or setting to another.

CCSSW.7.3d
Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to capture the action and convey experiences and events.

CCSSW.7.3e
Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects on the narrated experiences or events.

CCSSW.7.4
Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

CCSSW.7.5
With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed.

CCSSW.8.1
Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

CCSSW.8.1a
Introduce claim(s), acknowledge and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically.

CCSSW.8.1b
Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant evidence, using accurate, credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text.

CCSSW.8.1c
Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.

CCSSW.8.1d
Establish and maintain a formal style.

CCSSW.8.1e
Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.

CCSSW.8.2
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

CCSSW.8.2a
Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader categories; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.

CCSSW.8.2b
Develop the topic with relevant, well-chosen facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples.

CCSSW.8.2c
Use appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts.

CCSSW.8.2d
Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.

CCSSW.8.2e
Establish and maintain a formal style.

CCSSW.8.2f
Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented.

CCSSW.8.3
Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.

CCSSW.8.3a
Engage and orient the reader by establishing a context and point of view and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally and logically.

CCSSW.8.3b
Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, description, and reflection, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.

CCSSW.8.3c
Use a variety of transition words, phrases, and clauses to convey sequence, signal shifts from one time frame or setting to another, and show the relationships among experiences and events.

CCSSW.8.3d
Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to capture the action and convey experiences and events.

CCSSW.8.3e
Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects on the narrated experiences or events.

CCSSW.8.4
Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

CCSSW.8.5
With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed.

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