Mastering Explanation Writing
Dive into the art of explanation writing with causal conjunctions and structured paragraphs. Learn to craft engaging introductions and conclusions for your texts. Explore helpful toolkits and examples to enhance your writing skills. Watch tutorials and practice writing about intriguing topics like the Snoozatron and Turbo Diner.
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Starter Write 4 sentences using causal conunctions to explain what is happening in this image. Example: Due to the wind, the broom is flying! Causal conjunctions: because, as a result, consequently, therefore, as, so, due to, which is why, since
Who can remember the structure of an explanation text?
Who can remember the structure of an explanation text? Paragraph 1 Introduction tells the reader what the text is about Paragraph 2 First part of the explanation Paragraph 3 Second part of the explanation Paragraph 4 Final part of the explanation Paragraph 5 Conclusion and that s how it works!
Toolkit Causal conjunctions Time adverbials Paragraphs Logical order Clear title Rhetorical question in introduction
We are going to show you how to write an explanation text about a Snoozatron, then you are going to be writing one about the Turbo Diner. Let s watch them.
This is what the opening paragraph about a Snoozatron could look like: How a Snoozatron Works Snoozatrons can be found in a variety of old people s houses throughout the world. These machines are used to help everybody get to sleep (without being uncomfortable). Do you know how a Snoozatron works? If you don t, read this explanation to find out.
I can write the opening to an explanation text Your task is to write your introduction about the Turbo Diner. Use the Snoozatron example to help you. Include all of the features you can see, such as brackets. Read it back. Check for any mistakes.
