Introduction (6-8 sentences)

Lead-in (attention getter)

Build up to thesis statement

Thesis statement (main idea of the essay; main argument+ the three points your essay is going to discuss)

I’m very responsible when it comes to my own responsibilities I took a big step on going to college to give my family a better life.

Body paragraph 1 (8-12 sentences)

Topic sentence 1 (main idea of the paragraph)

I’m very responsible when it comes to my own responsibilities.

Supporting details (examples to explain your topic sentence)

Concluding sentence (wraps whole paragraphs together and signals you’re ready to move on to the next topic)

Body paragraph 2 (8-12 sentences)

Topic sentence 2

Supporting details

Concluding sentence

I took a big step by entering College for something better.

Body paragraph 3 (8-12 sentences)

Topic sentence 3

Supporting details

Concluding sentences

The main reason I entered college is to give my family a better life.

Conclusion (6-8 sentences)

Paraphrase thesis statement

paraphrase three topic sentences

Final thoughts (what do you want the reader to do/ remember after reading your paper?)