Instructions
A paragraph is a group of sentences about one main idea. Let's practice building strong paragraphs using the "Paragraph Sandwich" method!
The Paragraph Sandwich
Activity 1: Find the Parts!
Read the paragraph below. Then, identify its different parts by writing them on the lines provided.
My dog, Rusty, is the laziest dog in the world. He spends most of his day sleeping on the sofa. Even when I try to play fetch, he just watches the ball and yawns. Rusty's favorite activity is definitely napping.
1. What is the Topic Sentence (Top Bun)?
2. Write ONE Supporting Detail (A Filling):
3. What is the Concluding Sentence (Bottom Bun)?
Activity 2: Scramble Master!
These sentences are mixed up! Number them from 1 to 4 in the boxes to create a proper paragraph.
Finally, we roasted marshmallows over the warm fire.
Last weekend, my family went on a fun camping trip.
After setting up the tent, we went for a long hike in the woods.
It was the best camping trip ever.
Activity 3: Your Turn to Write!
Write a paragraph about your favorite animal. What does it look like? Where does it live? Why do you like it? Use the planner below to help you organize your thoughts first.
Planner:
Top Bun (Topic Sentence):
Filling 1 (Detail):
Filling 2 (Detail):
Bottom Bun (Concluding Sentence):
Now, write your final paragraph on the lines below.
Answer Key
Activity 1: Find the Parts!
- Topic Sentence: My dog, Rusty, is the laziest dog in the world.
- Supporting Detail (either one is correct):
- He spends most of his day sleeping on the sofa.
- Even when I try to play fetch, he just watches the ball and yawns.
- Concluding Sentence: Rusty's favorite activity is definitely napping.
Activity 2: Scramble Master!
The correct order is 2, 1, 3, 4
3 Finally, we roasted marshmallows over the warm fire.
1 Last weekend, my family went on a fun camping trip.
2 After setting up the tent, we went for a long hike in the woods.
4 It was the best camping trip ever.
Activity 3: Your Turn to Write!
Answers will vary. The paragraph should have a clear topic sentence, at least two supporting details about the student's favorite animal, and a concluding sentence that summarizes the main idea.