Build and Sharpen Thesis Statements
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Build and Sharpen Thesis Statements" is written for 7th Grade (Ages 12-13), and it covers Common Core W.7.2.A. A 6th grader who is already steady on informative writing can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.
7th grade grammar worksheet: sharpen weak theses on volcanoes and honeybees, then write theses for wind power and Roman roads. Answer key included. Part of our informative essays collection. Aligned to Common Core standards.
How do I use this worksheet?
Teach the thesis sheet before any outlining, then use the organizers while students plan. The rubric works for self and peer scoring after drafting.
What students will practice
- Students will name why a thesis is too broad, too vague, just a fact or an announcement.
- Students will rewrite weak theses so each makes one specific point.
- Students will turn a topic such as wind power into a specific point and a thesis.
Curriculum Links
Common Core State Standards
Writing · 7th Grade
Standard: Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information, using strategies such as definition, classification, comparison/contrast, and cause/effect; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
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FAQ
How do I use this informative essays worksheet?
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Teach the thesis sheet before any outlining, then use the organizers while students plan. The rubric works for self and peer scoring after drafting.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Sharpen weak theses on volcanoes and honeybees, then write theses for wind power and Roman roads. The directions on the page read: Complete Parts A and B, writing on the lines. An answer key is included.
Can I use this informative essays worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 7th grade informative writing, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.
What is the PEEL paragraph?
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PEEL stands for Point, Evidence, Explain and Link. PEEL Paragraph Reference With Annotated Example gives sentence starters for each part and a model paragraph on why cities plant shade trees.
How do you outline an informative essay?
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Write a thesis, then group main points with a detail under each. Outline a Research Report uses a fact bank on how the body adapts to high altitude, and Outline an Informative Essay on a Subject of Your Choice lets students choose a subject first.
How do you write a how-to essay?
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List the materials and a safety note, then plan steps in order with transitions such as First and Next. January Topic on Teaching Someone Your Hobby walks through this in five steps.
Which essay sheets have answer keys?
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4 of the 13 do: Build and Sharpen Thesis Statements, Outline a Research Report, Point, Evidence, Explain, Link Organizer and News Article Template With Reporter Notes. The topic based writing sheets are open ended.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | 7th Grade |
| Subject | Grammar & Writing |
| Topic | Informative Writing |
| Standard | W.7.2.A |
| Pages | 1 page |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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