A quick tutorial on how to become a better writer.

1. 5 Minutes To Become A
Better Writer
By Justin
Clark

2. An organized collection of thoughts that can be
permanently displayed
Allows others to join in conversation on the
selected topic

3. 4 Types of Writing
Styles

4. Expository - subject oriented, equipped with facts,
logical order

5. Descriptive - describes a character, place, or
event in great detail

6. Persuasive - includes the authors ideas,
justifications, and biases

7. Narrative - tells a story

8. Writing Environment
Free from distractions
Well lit room
Comfortable chair
Writing surface with lots of workspace

9. Planning
Decide on a topic
Brainstorm ideas
Determine 3 to 4 main points that support the topic.
Include 2 or 3 things to say about each of the main
points. Include detailed explanations about the
point or ask yourself: who, what, when, where,
how, or why your main point is important.
Stay organized! You will want to refer back to your
planning when writing your paper.

10. Writing Template
Introduction
Body Paragraph I
Body Paragraph II
Body Paragraph III
Conclusion

11. Introduction
Your first sentence should grab the
attention of the reader
Begin instructing the reader what
they will be reading about
Your last sentence should be your
thesis statement. It is a onesentence, summary or conclusion of
what the paper will be about.

12. Body Paragraphs
Each Body Paragraph lists or describes one
point that supports the thesis statement and
should be at least 3-4 sentences long
Body paragraphs should start by
introducing a point
Next, specifically state the point you wish
to make.
Then support your point with further
explanation. A good supportive body
paragraph answers who, what, when,
where, how, or why?

13. Conclusion
The conclusion should start
with a restating of the thesis
statement.
Next, review your supporting
thesis statement ideas. These
should be 1-2 sentences each
and derive from the body
paragraphs.
End with a broad, general
statement of why the paper is
relative and important.

14. Review
What are the 4 types of writing styles?
Expository, Descriptive, Persuasion, Narrative
What does a paper format look like?
Introductory
Body Paragraphs
Conclusion

15. Review
What components does a proper paragraph
have?
Introduction, Thesis Support, 1-2 Justifications,
Conclusion
What is wrong with this writing environment?

18. Congratulations!
You’ve just completed a 5 minute presentation on
how to be a better writer!