Wrap It Up Slides
3rd Grade Writing Workshop
Paragraph Power
Informative Writing
Wrap It Up!
Crafting Strong Conclusion Sentences
Remind readers of the MAIN IDEA with FRESH WORDS!
Unit: Informative Paragraphs Slide 1 of 8
The Paragraph Sandwich
Visual Model
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TOP BUN: Topic Sentence
Hooks the reader & states the central topic.
STARTS IT
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FILLINGS: Supporting Details
Juicy facts, examples, and evidence.
FILLS IT
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BOTTOM BUN: Conclusion Sentence
Restates the main idea & holds the facts together!
OUR GOAL!
⚠️ Without the bottom bun, all your facts tumble out!
What Does "Restate" Mean?
Secret Formula
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Same Big Idea
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Fresh Words
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Superstar Ending!
DON'T: Copy-Paste
"Cheetahs run fast." → "Cheetahs run fast." 😴
DO: Use Fresh Words
"These speedy cats can outrun anyone!" 🚀
Same meaning • Brand new words!
3 Power Moves
Writers' Tools
1. Swap Words
Use juicy synonyms.
fast → speedy
huge → gigantic
2. Flip Order
Switch front and back.
"Because of X,"
"Y happens!"
3. Wrap Words
Signal the finish line.
"Clearly,"
"Without a doubt,"
🌟 Mix a Wrap Word + Fresh Synonyms for the ultimate ending!
Spot the Best Conclusion!
Class Quiz
Honeybee Paragraph:
Honeybees are the hardest workers in nature. They fly all day collecting nectar, building hives, and making sweet honey.
A "Bees make honey."
❌ Too Small!
B "Clearly, these busy insects work nonstop for their colony."
WINNER!
C "Spiders are cool too."
❌ Off Topic!
"Busy insects" = "hardest workers" • Restates the whole paragraph!
Paragraph Makeover
Before & After
Topic: Sea Turtles
"Sea turtles have incredible bodies built for ocean life."
WEAK ENDING
"That is all about sea turtles."
😴 Boring & Lazy!
POWER ENDING
"Without a doubt, these amazing reptiles are born ocean swimmers!"
🚀 Restates with Style!
Never end with "I hope you liked my story" or "That is all"!
Conclusion Checklist
3 Checks
1. REMIND
Points back to the central topic?
Big Idea
2. REWORD
Uses fresh, exciting synonyms?
New Words
3. WRAP
Feels finished and complete?
Done Right
3 Checks = Ready to Publish! 📝
Partner Challenge
Ready, Set, Write!
Now Put the Bottom Bun On!
🔍 STEP 1
Reread the Top Bun.
💡 STEP 2
Pick 2 fresh words.
✍️ STEP 3
Wrap it up with style!
🍔 Hold your paragraph together and make it delicious!
Wrap It Up Worksheet
Name: Date:
Informative Writing
Wrap It Up!
Restating the Main Idea to Craft Strong Conclusions
Put the Bottom Bun On!
Writer's Anchor Guide
Top Bun: Introduces the central topic.
Bottom Bun: Restates the main idea in fresh words!
Golden Rule: Remind your reader of the big idea—never copy-paste your first sentence!
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Spot the Best Restatement
(Read each topic sentence. Fill in the bubble for the best conclusion sentence.)
Topic Sentence:
"Chameleons have amazing camouflage that protects them from predators in the wild."
Which sentence best restates the central idea without copying?
A. Chameleons can change into bright shades of green and brown.
B. In short, these colorful lizards use natural disguises to stay safe from danger.
C. Chameleons have amazing camouflage that protects them from predators in the wild.
Topic Sentence:
"Bicycle helmets are essential gear for keeping young riders safe."
Which sentence best restates the central idea without copying?
A. Clearly, wearing head protection is the smartest way for kids to prevent bicycle injuries.
B. Some helmets have cool stickers and flashing red lights on the back.
C. Skateboards are another fun way to ride around the neighborhood with friends.
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Synonym Swap
(Trade these common words for fresh, juicy synonyms to use in conclusions.)
1. Important →
2. Protect →
3. Fast →
4. Incredible →
Wrap It Up Worksheet • Grade 3 Informative Writing Page 1 of 2
Name: Part 3 & 4: Practice Writing Conclusions
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Paragraph Makeover: Fix the Weak Ending
Monarch butterflies travel thousands of miles every autumn during their great migration. These delicate orange insects flutter across entire countries to escape freezing winter temperatures and find warmth. That is why monarch butterflies fly.
The crossed-out sentence is weak! Rewrite a conclusion that restates their amazing long journey.
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Put the Bottom Bun on It! (Independent Writing)
Read each paragraph. Write a strong conclusion sentence that restates the central idea in fresh words. Try starting with Truly, Clearly, or !