Informative Writing: Drafting with Evidence
Complete the draft of an informative essay
Develop strong concluding paragraphs with reflective insights
Practice integrating evidence smoothly into writing
“Through wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established; by knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches.”
— Proverbs 24:3-4 (WEB)Just as careful building requires wisdom and knowledge, thoughtful writing requires careful research and organization
Review previous day's draft. Discuss goals for completing the informative essay.
Demonstrate how to write strong concluding paragraphs that synthesize main points and offer reflective insights.
Students will complete their informative essay drafts, focusing on remaining body paragraphs and a reflective conclusion.
Simpler: Use sentence starters for conclusion paragraphs
Challenge: Include a personal reflection connecting research to broader life lessons
Peer review of draft introductions and conclusions
Heavenly Father, thank you for giving us the ability to learn and communicate clearly. Help us use our writing to glorify You.
Coming up: Next week, we'll begin revising and editing our informative essays
“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)🎯 Activity: Write the verse using domain-specific vocabulary from your research topic
Students are completing multi-paragraph informative essays using research-based evidence
Difficulty transitioning between paragraphs and creating cohesive conclusions
Evidence of logical organization and clear explanatory writing