Monday, September 28

Students to the media center for book check-out. Students wrote an argumentative piece using critical words from last week.

Homework: Study critical words and read for 20 minutes.

Tuesday, September 29

Students will complete warm up:

Wednesday, September 29

Students worked on the argumentative essay. We looked at the following essay and talked about the parts of an argument. Students also took notes on the parts of an argument.ArgumentWritingStudentGuideCommonCoreGrades

WRITING AN ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY GUIDED TOUR #2

Thursday, October 1

Standard: CCELAW1: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

Students will read Obama’s speech to students: What is your big plan?

Students will write a response to Barack Obama in which you explain what you have decided to do based on his speech. Include ideas from his speech and your own ideas.

Include your claim and support your claim using evidence and explanations. Writing should be formal and include 5 paragraphs. Remember to include a counter-claim and a rebuttal. Example: Many adults today feel that kids today do not have a focus, however, I have a clear vision for my future.  Use 2 of this week’s critical words in your essay. Use the following letter format when composing your letter:Format