Oct 9 2025 Double Block Short Story Structure Quiz > Teams 10 Q - then Paragraph Structure & Transitionary Words Lesson & Activity
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After Test: Pre-Reading for our lesson tomorrow - Thank You Ma'am Page 14 Sightlines.
About the Author – Langston Hughes (1902–1967)
Langston Hughes was an American poet, novelist, and short story writer. He was one of the leading voices of the Harlem Renaissance, a movement that celebrated Black culture, art, and music in the 1920s and 1930s.
Hughes often wrote about everyday African American life, showing both its struggles and its strengths. His writing is known for its rhythm, honesty, and compassion. He believed that ordinary people and their stories were worth celebrating.
Writing with Dialect
Langston Hughes often used dialect — the way people actually speak in their own communities — to make his characters sound real and authentic.
For example, Mrs. Jones says, “You ought to be my son. I would teach you right from wrong.”
This sounds natural and helps readers hear her voice and feel her personality.
Dialect can show a character’s background, culture, or region, and in this story, it helps readers connect to the warmth and honesty of everyday people.
Re-Read via Teacher Read & Worksheet to be provided to you tomorrow.
Next - Paragraph Structure & Transitionary Words -
Lesson Outline:
1. Introduction:
- What is the purpose of a paragraph?
- Why do we need transition words?
- Write on the board: "A paragraph is like a mini-essay. It has a clear beginning, middle, and end."
2. Mini Lecture & Notes
Students should copy the following notes into their notebooks:
Notes: Paragraph Structure and Transition Words
1. Paragraph Structure:
Topic Sentence:
- The first sentence in a paragraph.
- Introduces the main idea clearly and concisely.
- Answers the question: What is this paragraph about?
Supporting Sentences:
- Provide evidence, examples, or explanations to support the topic sentence.
- Include specific details to make your writing clear and interesting.
Concluding Sentence:
- The last sentence in a paragraph.
- Restates the main idea and wraps up the paragraph.
- Helps transition to the next idea.
2. Transition Words:
Why use transition words?
- They connect ideas and make your writing smoother and easier to follow.
Types of Transition Words:
- For Addition: furthermore, moreover, in addition, also.
- For Contrast: however, on the other hand, nevertheless, but.
- For Cause and Effect: because, therefore, as a result, consequently.
- For Examples: for instance, for example, such as.
- For Conclusion: in conclusion, to sum up, overall, finally.
3. Guided Practice
Activity 1: Build a Paragraph - Group Work x 3 people MAX!!!!
- Write a paragraph on the topic: "The best season of the year and why," using at least three transition words. IN SIDEWALK CHALK!!!
Be ready to present!!!!
If Time - Pairs - present in class! Students to keep their work!
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