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TEXAS Paragraph Method

TEXAS Paragraph Method

Students writing paragraphs

📝 Part 1: Understanding the TEXAS Method

1. What does each letter in TEXAS stand for? Fill in the blanks:

T = ________________

E = ________________

X = ________________

A = ________________

S = ________________

2. Circle the correct answer: Which part of TEXAS introduces the main idea of your paragraph?

Topic sentence

Explanation

Example

Summary sentence

🔍 Part 2: Identifying TEXAS Elements

3. Read this paragraph about New Zealand's environment. Label each sentence with the correct TEXAS letter (T, E, X, A, or S):

_____ New Zealand's unique environment makes it one of the world's most beautiful countries.

_____ The country's isolation has allowed native species like the kiwi and kakapo to evolve without natural predators.

_____ For example, the Fiordland region showcases dramatic fjords, ancient rainforests, and pristine lakes that attract millions of visitors each year.

_____ This example demonstrates how New Zealand's geographical features create both ecological diversity and economic opportunities through tourism.

_____ Therefore, protecting New Zealand's environment is essential for maintaining both its natural heritage and economic prosperity.

4. Which TEXAS elements provide evidence to support your main idea? Check all that apply:

Topic sentence

Explanation

Example/Expansion

Analysis

Summary sentence

📋 Part 3: Planning Your TEXAS Paragraph

5. Choose ONE of these topics and plan a paragraph using the TEXAS method:

Topics: "Why learning te reo Māori is important" OR "The benefits of playing sport"

My chosen topic: ________________________

T - Topic sentence:

E - Explanation:

X - Example/Expansion:

A - Analysis:

S - Summary sentence:

✍️ Part 4: Writing Your TEXAS Paragraph

6. Using your plan from Part 3, write your complete paragraph below. Make sure to include all five TEXAS elements:

🎯 Part 5: Self-Assessment

7. Check your paragraph against this checklist. Tick the boxes for elements you included:

Clear topic sentence that states the main idea

Explanation that develops the topic sentence

Specific example or evidence

Analysis explaining how the example supports the main idea

Summary sentence that concludes or links to next idea

Sentences flow logically from one to the next

8. What is one thing you did well in your paragraph?
9. What is one thing you could improve next time?

🏠 Part 6: Homework Challenge

10. Find a paragraph in a book, magazine, or online article. Write the paragraph below and identify the TEXAS elements:

Source: ________________________

TEXAS elements I can identify:

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