Introduction Paragraph - Writing Template

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Writing an Essay

Topic: Discuss the crucial role that play has on a child’s development

Title
This should be an incomplete that precisely describes the topic of the essay. Don't be clever. Be precise.

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Introduction Paragraph

Hook Sentence
Open with a sentence that will “hook” the reader to your essay. Consider starting with an interesting or surprising fact
about children and play.

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Focusing Sentences
Here you need a few sentences that will connect your hook sentence to your thesis statement.

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Thesis Statement
This is the one complete sentence that will include your essay’s three arguments for why you believe play is crucial
to a child’s development. (The following three body paragraphs will cover each of your three arguments)

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