Writing Essay Introductions Direct Instruction Lesson Plan

Subject: 10th Grade English

x ideas, concepts, and information to make important connections and distinctions; include formatting
hen useful to aiding comprehension. (9-10.W.2.a)

a topic and organize complex ideas, concepts, and information by drafting a thesis and introductory pa

): Students will demonstrate mastery by writing the introductory paragraph for their essay comparing

ed from basic to complex):

el introductory paragraphs.
fferent strategies used when writing an effective introductory paragraph.
specific thesis statement.
ntroductory paragraph to their essays.

Materials/Technology Resources to be

Connors Writing Center Essay Packet

Anthem by Ayn Rand
Invictus by William Ernest Henley
Media Presentation
Pencils, paper, highlighters
Sample paragraphs

ct to previous learning, and make RELEVANT to real life):

their upcoming essay comparing the poem Invictus and the novella Anthem. Remind students of ma
examples of connections between the two works.

Writing Center Essay Packet

ugh a media presentation which complements the

describing elements of an effective introductory

unteers to read examples from essay packet.

ntify what makes each example an effective introduction.

Student Will:

1. Follow along in their packets as the i

presentation.

2. Read and discuss each example of d

introductory paragraph.

One Teach, One Assist The assisting teacher will be available to answer questions and monitor behav

gs are displayed on both the presentation and accompanying essay packet for students to view.

paragraphs of various different styles and strategies of

work with 1-2 other people at their table to discuss what

g used in each example.

pt groups as necessary.

ups to share their findings

Student Will:

1. Partner up with 1-2 other students a

2. Work with partners to discuss and de

used and how these strategies are e

3. Highlight, annotate, and mark up the

4. Share their findings with the class.

One Teach, One Assist Both teachers will circulate and monitor group progress.

ts will work with one or more partners to help facilitate discussion and further one anothers ideas and
Student Will:

take out their notes and pre-writing activities from the

on on Invictus.

1. Using their notes from the previous l

introductory paragraphs.

ng notes, instruct students to first finalize and compose

ents, then begin drafting an introduction for their essays.

2. Finalize their thesis statement.

or as necessary, answering questions and providing

ng.

One Teach, One Assist - The assisting teacher will be available to answer questions, monitor behavior,

ts will work individually on their respective papers. Sharing work at the end of the hour will serve as he

fe connections: At ten minutes to the end of class, call on students to share their progress on their p
ed and also share their thesis statements.

eir thesis statements at the end of the hour on a notecard as an exit ticket.