This lesson teaches students how to write a five-paragraph expository essay, focusing on clear explanations and factual support. Students will learn how to introduce a topic, organize information into logical body paragraphs, and write a strong conclusion. The lesson includes mentor texts, structured graphic organizers, and sentence frames to support student writing. Modifications for MLL, ESE, 504, and RTI students include color-coded outlines, fill-in-the-blank sentence starters, hands-on so