Hamburger Paragraph Graphic Organizer

A printable hamburger organizer for building a paragraph: a topic sentence (top bun), three supporting details (the fillings), and a closing sentence (bottom bun).

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What students practice

Students learn the parts of a strong paragraph — a clear topic sentence, supporting details, and a closing — using the classic hamburger model to organize their ideas before they write.

What’s on it

  • A Topic Sentence box and a Closing Sentence box
  • Three Detail boxes in between (the fillings)
  • Name and Date line; color and black & white versions

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Classroom use ideas

  • Paragraph writing practice
  • Planning before a first draft
  • Writing centers, homework, or reteaching

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