Weekly Outline: Argumentative Writing

Argumentative Writing

The writing you have done so far have all be informational. You have read and learned about a topic and then wrote a paragraph to inform the reader.

But what happens when you learn about something and have an opinion? You need to know how to write in a way that persuades your audience to be on your side, whether its a teacher, friend or even your mom! You are going to learn how to write an argumentative paragraph starting with how to write a claim. A claim sentence will help you organize your thoughts and have a persuasive argument. 

Don't forget to open your INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK! You will want to take notes!! (remember: it is in your Google Drive)

 

Learning Intentions

 This week I will learn how to write a claim so that I can set up a better argumentative paragraph.

I will write a short argumentative paragraph so that I can demonstrate an understanding of how to write a strong claim with evidence. 

 

Standards: 

W.6.1 I can write a claim and support it with reasons and evidence

W.6.1a I can introduce my claim and organize the reasons and evidence clearly

W.6.1b I can support my claims by using logical reasons and relevant evidence from credible sources

W.6.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. 

W.6.6 Use technology, including the internet, to produce and publish writing as well as to interact and collaborate with others

 

Success Criteria

How will students know they are successful? Insert the success criteria below. 

I know I am successful when 

• • I have written a successful claim sentence
  • I have written two successful claim sentences, one for and one against, in the Write your Claim assignment

TO DO LIST

After completion of this week's lessons, students will be submitting the following:

• Mapping an Argument
• Write YOUR claim
• Final Assessment: Argumentative Writing