Organization

al Patterns
Pathways to clear information!
Have you ever read a something with
sentences that were all mixed up, and the
paragraphs are unclear?

How did it feel trying to understand what was

going on?

Was it like navigating a maze without a map?

Today, we will...
• Define organizational patterns
• Understand the significance of organizational
patterns to reading and writing
• Learn about specific organizational patterns
In writing, details are
organized in patterns.
• These are called organizational patterns.
• They provide a roadmap that guides or "navigates" readers
through the information in a clear and logical way.
• When you are familiar with these patterns, you can comprehend
the main idea of a paragraph or essay!
What are some
common
organizational
1. Chronological order
patterns?
In this type of pattern, information is presented in the order of
events or time.

• for a clear and logical sequence of ideas, use

transition words such as

first next after finally

Chronological Writing
Sample
Rosa Parks was an African-American activist born in Tuskegee, Alabama, on
February 4, 1913. During this time, African-Americans were segregated and
discriminated against. In a historical moment in 1955, she famously refused to
give up her seat to a white passenger. A year-long boycott of the public
transportation system transpired, which then led to the desegregation of the
Montgomery bus system. Because of this, Rosa Parks' courageous actions Teaching Note: Please insert an
continue to inspire and empower individuals in the ongoing fight for civil image of Rosa Parks in the frame.

rights.

Take note of the

transition words.
2. Compare and contrast
In this pattern, similarities and differences between two or more
subjects are highlighted.

• When comparing, use transition words such as

like similarly also

• When contrasting, use transition words such as

however on the contrary in contrast

Compare and Contrast CH R I STM A S

Sample
Diwali and Christmas are festivals celebrated by people all around the world.
While Diwali is a Hindu festival celebrating the triumph of light over
darkness, Christmas is a Christian holiday rejoicing the birth of Jesus Christ.
Diwali is often celebrated by lighting oil lamps and letting off fireworks, DIWAL
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whereas Christmas celebrations can include a Christmas Eve dinner, gift
exchange, and Christmas carols. Both festivals positively bring families and
communities together.

Take note of the

comparison words.
3. Problem-solution
In this pattern, a problem is discussed and a solution is proposed.

• to discuss a problem, signal words like

difficulty challenge need issue

• to discuss a solution, signal words like

plan propose answer address

Problem-Solution
Sample
People with disabilities find it challenging to navigate different
spaces because their needs are not always considered. For our
spaces to be truly inclusive, they should be accessible to people with
different physical abilities. This can be something like adding
adequate wheelchair ramps in buildings or updating traffic signs
with audio features. When we make may for these solutions,
everyone can have fun and be part of the community in public
spaces!

Take note of the

signal words.
 ACTIVITY
1
BREAK
In the next slide, read each paragraph carefully and take note
of the use of transition or signal words.

Identify the organizational pattern used in each

2 paragraph.
 QUESTION 1 QUESTION 2
First, we gather all the ingredients. Next, One problem faced by our school is the
we mix them together. Finally, let's bake lack of a proper playground. One solution
the mixture in the oven. to this issue is to raise funds for the
construction of
a new playground.

QUESTION 3 QUESTION 4
Both bikes and cars are used for
Jimmy had a tooth ache so he went to the transportation. On the other hand, bicycles
dentist to get it looked at. are more environmentally
friendly.

CHRONOLOGICAL COMPARE AND CONTRAST PROBLEM-SOLUTION

 QUESTION 1 This text goes QUESTION 2 The lack of the
through the steps playground is the
First, we gather all the ingredients. Next, in chronological One problem faced by our school is the problem and
we mix them together. Finally, let's bake order of how to lack of a proper playground. One solution raising funds is
the mixture in the oven. bake a cake. to this issue is to raise funds for the the solution.
construction of
a new playground.

CHRONOLOGICAL PROBLEM-SOLUTION

QUESTION 3 Jimmy's QUESTION 4 This says that both

toothache is the bikes and cars are
problem and Both bikes and cars are used for used for transport,
Jimmy had a toothache, so he went to the going to the transportation. On the other hand, bicycles but bikes are better
dentist to get it looked at. dentist is the are more environmentally for the
solution. environment.
friendly.

PROBLEM-SOLUTION COMPARE AND CONTRAST

Summary
When writing, we prepare details using
organizational patterns such as

1. chronological order

2. compare and contrast

3. problem-solution

The other types of patterns are description

and cause and effect. How do you think they
are used?
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