Free 12th Grade Writing The Introduction Paragraph Lesson Plan (English)

Topic:Writing the Introduction Paragraph

Objectives & Outcomes

• Students will be able to identify the three main elements of a strong introduction paragraph: the hook, the thesis statement, and the preview of the main points.

Materials

• Examples of strong introduction paragraphs from various academic contexts (e.g. essays, research papers, lab reports, etc.)
• Paper and pencils/pens

Warm-up

• Ask students to think about their favorite movies, books, or television shows.
• Have them share their favorite example and explain why it is their favorite.
• As a class, discuss what makes a particular example a good one, and what elements are typically included.
• Use this conversation as a way to introduce the concept of the introduction paragraph and the three main elements that it should include: the hook, the thesis statement, and the preview of the main points.

Direct Instruction

• Review the definition of an introduction paragraph, which is a paragraph that comes at the beginning of an essay and introduces the topic and main points.
• Discuss the importance of a good introductory paragraph, which is to capture the attention of the reader and give them a sense of what the essay is about.
• Introduce the three main elements of a good introduction paragraph: the hook, the thesis statement, and the preview of the main points.
• Define each element and provide examples:
• The hook is a attention-grabbing statement or question that draws the reader in and piques their interest in the topic.
• The thesis statement is the main point or claim that the essay is going to explore. It should be concise and clear, and it should relate back to the hook.
• The preview of the main points is a brief overview of the main points that will be covered in the essay. It should be arranged in a logical order and should provide a sense of the organization of the essay.

Guided Practice

• Have students work in small groups to brainstorm possible topics for an essay.
• Have each group choose a topic and then brainstorm a hook, a thesis statement, and a preview of the main points for their essay.
• Have groups share their ideas with the class and provide feedback and support.

Independent Practice

• Have students choose a topic for an essay and write the introduction paragraph.
• Encourage students to use their brainstorming ideas and the writing tips from the classroom activity to help them with their introduction paragraph.

Closure

• Have students share their introduction paragraphs with the class and discuss how they used the writing tips and their brainstorming ideas.
• Review the importance of writing an effective introduction paragraph and how it can help introduce the main topic and thesis of the essay.

Assessment

• Collect and grade the introduction paragraphs for overall effectiveness, including the use of writing tips and the incorporation of brainstorming ideas.