ACT Compass Writing

ACT Compass Writing focuses on developing essential writing skills for standardized testing and academic success.

Advanced Topics

Organizing Paragraphs and Ideas

Making Your Writing Flow

Organizing your ideas into clear paragraphs helps readers understand your message. Each paragraph should focus on one main point.

Paragraph Structure

  • Topic sentence: Introduces the main idea.
  • Supporting details: Provide evidence or examples.
  • Concluding sentence: Wraps up the paragraph.

Transitions

Use words like "however," "for example," and "in addition" to connect ideas and guide your reader.

Everyday Application

Whether you're writing a story, an essay, or a blog post, organizing your ideas makes your writing stronger and easier to follow.

Examples

  • First, I woke up early. Then, I made breakfast. Finally, I left for school.

  • In conclusion, recycling helps protect the environment.

In a Nutshell

Organizing paragraphs helps your writing make sense and flow smoothly.