Expository+Writing

Expository writing
 * gives information about a topic and explains it
 * often has a topic sentence, details, and logical organization.
 * Examples of expository writing would be a manual of how to do something

Writing Guidelines
 * 1) Begins by stating the ** topic **
 * 2) Use ** details ** to explain the topic
 * 3) Arrange the details in a ** logical order **
 * 4) Use ** transition words ** to connect ideas
 * 5) ** Sum up ** or restate the topic in the last sentence/conculsion

What will your writing explain to the reader?

What are the most important points your reader needs to know about ..................?