A generic simple intro to 5-paragraph essay writing for analysis of non-fiction for KS3 or GCSE students

1. Writing a
5 Paragraph
essay

2. A model for writing focused analytical
essays under the pressure of timed
examination conditions

3. Audience
Purpose Text

4. Audience
WHO?
Text
Purpose
WHAT?
WHY?

5. Audience
Purpose Text

6. Plan
Write
Check
250-300 words max!

7. More than 250-300 words
Less than 250-300 words – you are unlikely to have
– you are unlikely to have written in a controlled
covered enough ground and skilful manner

8. The 5 P Plan
Paragraph 1 – a short paragraph,
probably just 2 or 3 sentences long
in which you make a direct
statement to present the topic of
your essay and capture the
reader’s interest

9. Paragraph 2,3,4 – develop no more
than 3 main ideas – each is
introduced at the beginning of the
paragraph using a topic sentence
Use the relevant writing features
suited to your Audience
Purpose Text

10. Paragraph 5 – a short final
paragraph in which you offer a
focused conclusion, summarising
your views or ideas expressed
Think of this as an applause cue!

12. Road test