Paragraphs

What is a Paragraph?

● A group of sentences with a common

theme

● A natural division in writing

● They introduce, develop and expand on

the topic being discussed
 When do we start a new Paragraph?

● To introduce a new idea

● To introduce a change of time or place

● When somebody says something

 Where will I see paragraphs?

● In newspapers

● In magazines

● In letters

● In stories
 How can I link paragraphs?

● By using linking words and phrases

To show contrast – on the other hand
To add ideas to – as well as, in addition
To show chronological order – firstly, after
that, later, then
To show agreement
Look at these pieces of writing.
Where do you think the paragraphs should be?

When I was 16 years old

I went to college. I didn’t
like it very much because
there were too many
people about. I got lost
in the corridors and I
couldn’t find my locker.
After a few days I started
to get used to it. I was
given a map to find my
way around. Now I have
been there for over a
year. Some new students
are coming in next week.
I shall be helping to show
them around. That’s
progress!
When I was 16 years old
I went to college. I didn’t
like it very much because
there were too many
people about. I got lost
in the corridors and I
couldn’t find my locker.
After a few days I started
to get used to it. I was
given a map to find my
way around.
Now I have been there
for over a year. Some
new students are coming
in next week. I shall be
helping to show them
around. That’s progress!
 The three parts of a individual
paragraph.
Imagine you have been asked to write a paragraph about your favourite
sport, how would you go about this?

ANSWER
Paragraphs can be made up of 3 parts.
A paragraph will follow a specific order.
1. The topic sentence
2. The supporting details
3. The concluding sentence
 The three major parts of a
paragraph? Part one

● The TOPIC sentence- the first

part of the paragraph.
● It conveys the overall point of the
paragraph.
● It also helps the reader to know
what the paragraph will be about.
 The three major parts of a
paragraph? Part two

● The supporting details- this part

of the paragraph gives more
information about the main part
through the use of examples.
● They simply give….more details.
 The three major parts of a
paragraph? Part three

● The CONCLUDING sentence-is a

reflection on the main point.
● It is a closing sentence
● It prepares the reader for a
smooth transition to the next
paragraph if there is one.
 Exercise
● Read the following paragraph and decide-
● Which is the topic sentence?
● What are the three examples in the
supporting part of the paragraph?
● Which is the concluding sentence?
 Example paragraph
There are three reasons as to why I prefer jogging to other sports. One
reason is that jogging is a cheap sport. I can practice it anywhere
without the need for any type of equipment. Another reason I prefer
jogging is that it is good for my heart. When I run I feel like I am
making my heart healthy! Finally, I prefer this sport because it is safe,
unlike horse riding for example. For all of these reasons I consider
jogging the best form of exercise.
● Write a paragraph of your own about your
favourite types of exercise. Make sure
your paragraph contains the three parts
explained to you in this presentation.