Writing a Conclusion

• Use words and phrases that let the reader know the article is
almost over:

Sum it up! • Overall,

• All things considered,
• To sum it up,
• Finally,
What do you want • Restate (say again) the most important parts of the article to leave a
them to take away? lasting impression on the reader.
Let’s try it out!

ON THE NEXT SLIDE THERE IS WE WILL READ THROUGH IT

PART OF A NEWSPAPER AND THEN WORK TOGETHER
ARTICLE I WROTE USING YOUR TO DECIDE ON WHICH
ANSWERS FROM THE SENTENCES TO USE IN A
INTERVIEWS YOU DID. PARAGRAPH.
Which Sentence Should
We Start With?

a) Overall, life at G.S. Lakie is

pretty great.

b) G.S. Lakie is a good school.

c) Come to the school to find

out about the art room!
 a) You will probably have fun if you go here.

How About the b) With plenty of choice and great teachers to help you out, anyone is
Next One? sure to have a blast!

c) The weather is usually good for recess.

And then…

a) Just remember to bring your

supplies and a positive attitude!

b) Forget the backpack, your

imagination is all you need.

c) There is no skateboarding
allowed outside of the school.
Finally…
a) The teachers will be at the school
when you get here in the fall.
b) Sign up if you want to, I guess.
c) Keep these tips in mind and make
sure to thank the old Grade Sixes –
who will be the new Grade Sevens
– when you start your G.S. Lakie
adventure next fall!
Let’s Submit it for Publishing