Paragraph Clinic · Build Strong P7 Paragraphs
Build a paragraph that holds together.
Organise one clear idea, support it with useful details and finish it strongly.
The paragraph recipe
1. Topic sentenceTell the reader the paragraph’s main idea.
2. Supporting detailsAdd reasons, actions, facts or examples.
3. Closing sentenceComplete the idea or lead into the next paragraph.
Repair this mixed-up paragraph
A. Finally, our class agreed to keep the garden clean.
B. Our class garden became healthier after we changed how we cared for it.
C. We made a watering timetable and removed litter every Friday.
D. Within two weeks, new leaves appeared on the plants.
B. Our class garden became healthier after we changed how we cared for it.
C. We made a watering timetable and removed litter every Friday.
D. Within two weeks, new leaves appeared on the plants.
Check the answer
B, C, D, A. The main idea comes first, followed by actions and results, then a closing decision.
Build your own paragraph
Topic: One change that would improve our school.
Join and improve
Combine your sentences into one paragraph. Use linking words such as because, therefore, for example, however and as a result.