Conway Learning

This is a versatile, simple way to teach paragraph structure! It is suitable for struggling writers, beginning writers, ESL, resource, and remediation. A great review for test prep, as well. Using the our simple mnemonic, T. E. D. L., this lesson walks students through the process of writing a basic four-sentence paragraph. The lesson includes a model for the writing prompt, "Write about your favorite pastime." However, this could be used with ANY writing prompt. Whether your students are writ

This is a simplified SOAPSTone graphic organizer. It can be printed double-sided. The side with directions may also be reserved for explanation and blank side printed or distributed digitally to be printed by the student.

This PDF includes a graphic organizer that uses the mnemonic T. E. D. L. to assist students with paragraph structure. The two sizes allow for various uses. They can be cut out and taped in student notebooks or placed in student work areas for quick reference during writing assignments. They also make great exit-tickets! This graphic organizer may help struggling writers, ESL students, or any student that lacks a solid foundation in writing. Great for last minute test-prep as well.