Informational Essay
What is the purpose of an informational/ explanatory essay?
To explain a topic/ to give information
What is the purpose of the essay?
To convince the reader of your claim
Is this the last paragraph?
No
Is this the last paragraph?
yes
What is Mr. Munoz 3 favorite colors
Black, Maroon, Charcoal
Key words
Explain, Describe, Analyze, Inform
Key Words
Claim, Counterargument, state your point,
What is the Hook? Give an example
Sentence to grab the reader's attention, first sentence. Questions, Facts, Quote
What can you borrow from the introduction paragraph for this one?
The thesis statement but backwards
How many noses does a snail have?
4
How many paragraph?
As many as you need no less than 3
How many paragraphs?
As many as you need no less than 4
How many sentences should the background knowledge be?
at least 2
From where do you get the main ideas?
From each body paragraph
How many siblings does Mrs. Munoz have?
3; two older sisters and a younger brother
What is your answer to the question call?
Thesis Statement
Where is the answer to the prompt go?
Last sentence in the Introduction
Do you add evidence from the text in this paragraph?
No
Should you add specific details or examples in this paragraph?
No, only the main idea or summary
What are Mrs. Munoz favorite foods?
Green enchiladas, tamales, tacos de Tripa with green sauce and green doritos
Name all the parts of the essay in order
Introduction- Hook, Background Knowledge, Thesis Statement
Body Paragraph - Topic Sentence/Reason #1, Evidence, Reasoning
Conclusion - Re-state Thesis Statement, Main Idea's, Final Sentence
Name all the paragraphs in this essay
Information
Body Paragraphs
Counterargument
Conclusion
What are the last sentences of the introduction on both essays
Informational - Thesis Statement
Argumentative - Claim
What are the last sentences of the two essays?
Informational - Ending sentence
Argumentative - Call to Action
How many years has Mrs.Munoz been teaching?
7 years of teaching: 6 years at CAMSA and 7 years as a substitute teacher