Writers' Craft: Thesis Statements

Think about thesis statements in this thorough worksheet! Students will read about how thesis statements are structured with a claim and reasons that support the claim. They will practice completing two thesis statements by adding a claim and supporting reasons. Then, they will write their own thesis statements from scratch based on two prompts. 

Perfect for seventh and eighth graders, this worksheet is designed to support students as they learn to write strong thesis statements. Every good argumentative essay contains a solid thesis statement at its core; once students master the skill of writing thesis statements, they can build on that foundation to craft defensible, well-supported arguments. 

Put your skills to the test in worksheets like What’s Your Argument? Outdoor Time and Draft an Outline: Informational Writing.