Grade 9 Essay Writing Planning Sheet

Question:

Paragraph 1: Introduction

Identify topic,
explain and
define

Thesis statement

This is your
position on the
issue

Paragraph 2: Alternative Viewpoints or Perspective and Values

Alternative Viewpoint #1 Example:

Alternative Viewpoint #2 Example:

Paragraph 3: Defend Personal Viewpoint

Argument #1 Example:

Paragraph 4: Defend Personal Viewpoint

Argument #2 Example:

Paragraph 5: Defend Personal Viewpoint

Argument #3 Example:

Paragraph 6: Conclusion

Summarize content of essay

Remember: Use reliable sources from books, magazines or the internet. Be sure to
write down these sources!!
Be as detailed as you possibly can in your explanations. Also, don’t forget to edit
your work!!