Be careful not to make transitions at the ends of paragraphs, however. Make your paragraph transitions at the beginning of each paragraph. Paragraphs often should grow out of one general statement supported by specifics, a kind of miniature legal case. Body paragraphs often resemble an entire essay in structure, complete with a thesis, evidence to back up that thesis, and a conclusion. Look for shifts in time, in place, in direction, or in focus.
Opening paragraphs create the reader s first impressions.
You want to try to hook the reader s interest. Instead try to begin more specifically, with a case history, a personal narrative that relates to the topic, or a definition of a key term. You could also ask a question that the rest of the paper will answer. Concluding paragraphs leave no unanswered questions behind. You could make a recommendation, end with a lesson, add the moral to the story, or link your conclusion with your opening paragraph.