Paragraph formulas

Introduction paragraph:
Hook
2+ sentences of context
Claim

Body paragraph:
Reason/topic sentence
2+ sentences of context for evidence
Evidence with author
Explanation in 2+ sentences

Conclusion paragraph:
Restate the claim in different words
Remind the reader of your reasons in a short sentence
Leave the reader wanting to read more by…
● Suggesting further ways of acting or thinking
● Leave the readers with something to think about
● Or connecting readers lives to your claim