2nd Grade · Writing · Week 1

Build a Strong Paragraph

I can write a topic sentence and two supporting details.

Let’s get started

A paragraph sticks to one idea. It usually has a topic sentence and details.

Learn together

  1. Write one topic sentence that tells your main idea.
  2. Add two details that explain or show the idea.
  3. Read all three sentences and check that they belong together.

Example to explore

Our library is useful. It has books about animals. It also has quiet tables for reading.

Try it yourself

  1. Which sentence is a clear topic sentence?
  2. Which detail supports “Our garden helps butterflies”?
  3. Write a three-sentence paragraph about a place you enjoy.

Hands-on project

Create a “Best Place to Learn” brochure using one paragraph, a title, and illustrations.

Reflect and grow

Did each detail support the topic sentence?

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