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Conclusion Wrap-Up: Writing Strong Endings

Drafting Informative Writing

Day 59of 180
Week 12of 36
30Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Write a clear conclusion paragraph that summarizes main points

2

Understand the purpose of a conclusion in informative writing

3

Avoid introducing new information in the conclusion

📖 Scripture Connection

Proverbs 24:23

“These also are sayings of the wise. To show partiality in judgment is not good.”

— Proverbs 24:23 (WEB)

Just as a conclusion brings clarity and summary to a writing piece, wisdom helps us understand and conclude matters with fairness and insight

📦 Materials Needed

  • Writing paper
  • Pencils
  • Research notes
  • Colored markers
  • Conclusion checklist
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (5 min)

Gather students and discuss what makes a good conclusion. Review previous days' writing work and explain today's focus on writing strong conclusion paragraphs.

💭 Review Question: What does a good conclusion help a reader understand?
2Teaching (10 min)

Explain that a conclusion should restate the main idea, summarize key points, and provide a sense of closure without introducing new information.

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Restate the main topic
  • Summarize 2-3 key points
  • End with a memorable closing statement
  • Avoid adding new information
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • Why is a conclusion important in informative writing?
  • How can a conclusion help your reader remember your main points?
3Activity: Conclusion Creation Station (10 min)
hands-on

Students will draft conclusions for their informative writing pieces using a structured approach.

📝 Instructions:
  1. Review research notes
  2. Identify 2-3 main points to summarize
  3. Write a restatement of the main topic
  4. Draft a concluding sentence that leaves a lasting impression
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Use a conclusion sentence starter template

Challenge: Add a reflective or thought-provoking final statement

4Closing (5 min)

Share a few conclusion examples and discuss their effectiveness.

📝 Review Questions:
  • What makes a conclusion strong?
  • What should you avoid in a conclusion?
🙏 Prayer:

Dear God, help us to communicate clearly and thoughtfully, using our words to share knowledge and understanding.

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore using specific vocabulary in our informative writing

💎 Memory Verse

Colossians 3:17

“Whatever you do, in word or in deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”

— Colossians 3:17 (WEB)

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Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Conclusions are crucial in helping readers understand the overall message of informative writing.

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Encourage summarization without repetition
  • Help children understand the difference between summarizing and introducing new ideas
🤔 Common Struggles:

Students often struggle with avoiding new information in conclusions

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Clear restatement of main topic and key points

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Create a conclusion poster for the classroom
  • Practice writing conclusions for different types of informative texts
  • Peer review conclusion paragraphs

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