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Organizing your ideas helps a reader
move through your paper in a meaningful way. Here are some things to
keep in mind as you write your paper:
 Does
my beginning hook my reader?
 Is
my paper easy to follow? Did I choose the best way to organize my story?
 Do
my ideas link to a main message?
 Do
I have a strong conclusion that wraps up the story?
This activity will give you practice
organizing ideas- 
Do you still have questions? Here
are some links to help.
 Graphic
Organizers - Graphic organizers are a great way to help you organize
your thoughts before you get started.
Transitions
- Transitions are words that help the reader see how one idea ties to
the next.
Leads
- Leads can help you get your paper started and grab the reader's attention.
 Conclusions
- Conclusions wrap up your paper. A good conclusion leaves a lasting
memory with your reader.
Picture
Books - Picture books demonstrate different types of organization.
Primary
Example - Read an example of a primary (1-3) paper that shows effective
organization.
Intermediate
Example - Read an example of an intermediate (4-5) paper that shows
how organization makes a paper easier to follow.
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