Descriptive and Explanatory Paragraphs Explanatory Paragraphs We have practiced writing descriptive paragraphs now let me remind you of what an explanatory paragraph does It explains a concept or event ID: 738586
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What is your favorite place?
Descriptive and Explanatory ParagraphsSlide2
Explanatory Paragraphs
We have practiced writing descriptive paragraphs, now let me remind you of what an explanatory paragraph does:
-It explains a concept, or event
-It uses examples, details, and stories to explain your topicSlide3
The Assignment
During this class period, you will write one descriptive and one explanatory paragraph about your favorite place. That’s 2 paragraphs.
Each paragraph must be at least 5 sentences
Focus on: details, topic sentences, concluding sentences, and linking words
If you do not finish in class, please take it home for homework due tomorrowSlide4
Points to Focus On…
First Paragraph: Descriptive
Second Paragraph: Explanatory
Think about the following questions as your write your first paragraph:
Where is your
fav
. place?
What does it look like?
What are the smells that remind you of that place?
What are the sounds your hear when you are in that place?What tastes remind you of that place?What textures are in that place?
Think about the following questions as you write your second paragraph:
Why is it your favorite place?
What kind of feelings do you get when you are there?
What is a short story about a time when you were in your favorite place?
Do you share your favorite place with anyone else? Why? Or why not?