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Topic Sentence Activities

This document outlines six fun group writing activities for Grade 11 students, focusing on the creation and improvement of topic sentences. Each activity has specific objectives and instructions, encouraging collaboration and critical thinking. Activities include a treasure hunt for topic sentences, a build-a-paragraph game, and a debate on various prompts.

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Topic Sentence Activities

This document outlines six fun group writing activities for Grade 11 students, focusing on the creation and improvement of topic sentences. Each activity has specific objectives and instructions, encouraging collaboration and critical thinking. Activities include a treasure hunt for topic sentences, a build-a-paragraph game, and a debate on various prompts.

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Fun Group Writing Activities for Grade

11: Focus on Topic Sentences


✨ 1. Topic Sentence Treasure Hunt
Group Size: 3–4 students

Objective: Identify and create strong topic sentences

Instructions:

 Read 5 short paragraphs provided by the teacher.


 Identify the topic sentence in each paragraph.
 If it's weak or missing, rewrite a stronger topic sentence.
 Then, as a group, write your own paragraph with a clear topic sentence and 3
supporting sentences.
 Share your paragraph with the class.

✏️2. Build-a-Paragraph Game


Group Size: 4–5 students

Objective: Create a paragraph starting from a given topic sentence

Instructions:

 Choose 1 topic sentence from the list provided.


 Write a complete paragraph using it.
 Swap with another group. They will identify your topic sentence and explain why it is
effective.
 Discuss and give feedback.

🧠 3. Bad vs. Better Sentence Fix


Group Size: 3 students

Objective: Improve vague or incorrect topic sentences

Instructions:

 Review a list of poorly written topic sentences.


 Discuss why they are weak.
 Rewrite each sentence to make it stronger and clearer.
 Share improved sentences with the class.
 Example:
 - Bad: "Dogs are interesting."
 - Better: "Dogs are loyal companions that improve our emotional well-being."

🎨 4. Topic Sentence Gallery Walk


Group Size: 3–4 students

Objective: Build logical supporting details from topic sentences

Instructions:

 Each group writes one strong topic sentence on a large paper.


 Rotate around the room.
 Add one supporting sentence to each group's topic.
 Read final results and vote on the best paragraph.

📸 5. Picture Prompt Topic Sentences


Group Size: 2–3 students

Objective: Write topic sentences based on visual prompts

Instructions:

 Look at a fun or mysterious image.


 Write 3 different topic sentences that match the image.
 Choose one and build a paragraph around it.
 Share with the class.

💬 6. Debate Paragraphs
Group Size: 4–5 students

Objective: Write a topic sentence and paragraph expressing an opinion

Instructions:

 Pick a debate prompt (e.g., "Phones should be allowed in class").


 Write a strong topic sentence and a short paragraph to support your opinion.
 Present to class.
 Vote for the most persuasive argument.

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