May 26 & 27 2025 Paragraph Structure & Use of Transitionary Terms Review - Topic Banksy

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Practice - Topic Sentence Creation, Body & Conclusion Transition Wording - Group Work.

Grade 9 English Lesson: Practice with Topic Sentences, Body Paragraphs, and Conclusion Transitions

Lesson Outline:

1. Introduction & Warm-up (10 minutes)

Objective: Activate prior knowledge and introduce lesson goals.

  • Q: What do you know about writing an paragraph or essay, especially focusing on topic sentences and conclusions.
    • Example questions:
      • "What makes a good topic sentence?"
      • "Why is it important to have smooth transitions between ideas?"
      • "How can we create an effective conclusion?"
  • Mini Lecture (5 minutes): TAKE NOTES!
    • Topic Sentences: A strong topic sentence introduces the main idea of the paragraph, clearly stating what the paragraph will be about.
    • Body Paragraph Transitions: Transitions help connect ideas, ensuring the writing flows logically.
    • Conclusion Transitions: Conclusion should restate the main point and tie everything together while guiding the reader to a final thought.

2. Group Activity – Topic Sentence Creation (15-20 minutes)

Objective: Practice creating strong, focused topic sentences in groups.

  • Instructions: Break students into small groups of 2-4. Provide each group with a short writing prompt or a topic for which they will create a topic sentence. Large paper available! OR BOARDS!
    • Examples of writing prompts:

      • Theme Deep Dive
        Select a recurring theme in Banksy’s art (e.g., inequality, consumerism, or anti-authority) and explain how his artwork reflects this theme. Why do you think this issue matters to him?

      • Art or Vandalism?
        Do you think Banksy’s art should be considered vandalism or a valid form of protest? Support your answer with reasons and an example from his work.

      • Making You Think
        What message do you think Banksy wants viewers to take away from one of his artworks? How does he use surprise or irony to deliver that message?


  • Activity Steps:
    1. Each group will brainstorm ideas and come up with one topic sentence that clearly introduces their paragraph's main idea.
    2. After drafting their topic sentence, they should review it to ensure it answers the prompt directly and is focused enough to support a full paragraph.
  • Group Share: After 10 minutes, each group to share their topic sentence with the class. Provide feedback on clarity, focus, and relevance to the prompt.
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3. Transition Practice – Body Paragraphs (15 minutes)

Objective: Practice using transitions to connect ideas within body paragraphs.

  • Mini Lesson (5 minutes): TAKE NOTES!

    • Different types of transition words and phrases:
      • For Adding Information: furthermore, additionally, also
      • For Contrast: however, on the other hand, nevertheless
      • For Example: for instance, for example, such as
      • For Cause and Effect: therefore, as a result, consequently
      • For Summarizing: in conclusion, overall, to sum up

  • Group Activity:

    1. In their groups, students will now develop one body paragraph using their topic sentence from the previous activity.
    2. They should incorporate at least three transitions to guide the reader through the paragraph.
    3. They will use one transition at the beginning of the paragraph, one in the middle to link ideas, and one to wrap up the paragraph smoothly.

  • Group Share: Each group reads their body paragraph to the class, and classmates provide feedback on how well the transitions were used to connect ideas and create flow.

4. Conclusion Practice – Wrapping Up Your Paragraph (10 minutes)

Objective: Learn how to use transition words to conclude a paragraph effectively.

  • Mini Lesson (5 minutes): TAKE NOTES

    • A conclusion should restate the thesis, summarize key points, and provide a final thought or call to action.
    • Transition words like "in conclusion," "to summarize," and "ultimately" can signal the end of the essay.

  • Group Activity:

    • Each group will create a concluding statement for the essay based on their topic sentence and body paragraph from the previous activities.
    • Students will use a transition word/phrase to smoothly conclude their paragraph, and also link back to the central idea of their essay.

  • Group Share: Groups will read their conclusions aloud, and the class will discuss the effectiveness of their transition words and how well the conclusions tied everything together.


If Time: Complete Banksy Paragraph Writing Assignment - Independent Work - 

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