What Is a Paragraph?
A paragraph is a distinct section of writing covering one topic. The "perfect paragraph" will start with a topic sentence. It will have detail sentences in the middle, and end with a concluding sentence. It will only cover one topic from start to finish. The length of a paragraph is supposed to be determined by the topic.

Types of Paragraphs:
There are four types of paragraphs that you need to know about: descriptive, narrative, expository, and persuasive.

The descriptive paragraph: This type of paragraph describes something and shows the reader what a thing or a person is like. The words chosen in the description often appeal to the five senses of touch, smell, sight, sound, and taste. Descriptive paragraphs can be artistic and may deviate from grammatical norms.

The narrative paragraph: This type of paragraph tells a story. There's a sequence of action or there's a clear beginning, middle, and end to the paragraph.

The expository paragraph: This type of paragraph explains something or provides instruction. It could also describe a process and move the reader step by step through a method. This type of paragraph often requires research, but it's possible that the writer is able to rely on his or her own knowledge and expertise.

The persuasive paragraph: This type of paragraph tries to get the reader to accept a particular point of view or understand the writer's position. This is the type of paragraph that many teachers focus on because it's useful when building an argument. It often requires the collection of facts and research.

The Hamburger Technique of Paragraph Writing:    

The "paragraph hamburger" is a writing organizer that visually outlines the key components of a paragraph. Topic sentence, detail sentences, and a closing sentence are the main elements of a good paragraph, and each one forms a different "piece" of the hamburger.

Why use a paragraph hamburger organizer?

➤ It helps students organize their ideas into a cohesive paragraph.

➤ It helps show the organization or structure of concepts/idea.

➤ It demonstrates in a concrete way how information is related.