TEEL Paragraph Writing Worksheet

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🎯 Part 1: TEEL Knowledge Challenge

1. What does TEEL stand for? Match each letter to its meaning:

Evidence

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Explanation

Topic sentence

2. Which of these is the BEST topic sentence for a paragraph about school uniforms?

School uniforms are good and bad.

School uniforms promote equality and reduce bullying in New Zealand schools.

I think uniforms are okay sometimes.

Many students wear uniforms to school.

3. Which parts of TEEL require you to support your ideas with facts, statistics, or examples? (Tick all that apply)

Topic sentence

Explanation

Evidence

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🔧 Part 2: TEEL Sentence Building

4. Complete this topic sentence about climate change:

Climate change is _________________ because _________________________.

5. Read this evidence: "According to Statistics New Zealand, 85% of Kiwi teenagers use social media daily." Write an explanation sentence that connects this evidence to the topic of social media's impact on young people:

6. Fill in the blanks with appropriate linking words or phrases:

Social media can negatively affect teenagers' mental health. _____________, studies show that excessive use leads to anxiety and depression. _____________, a 2023 survey found that 60% of New Zealand teens report feeling worse about themselves after using Instagram. _____________, schools should educate students about healthy social media habits to protect their wellbeing.

7. Which linking sentence BEST connects this paragraph back to the main argument?

Paragraph topic: "Exercise improves academic performance"

Exercise is really good for you and everyone should do it more often.

Therefore, schools should prioritise physical education to boost student achievement.

In conclusion, exercise and study are both important things.

This shows that exercise is better than studying.