Argumentative Writing

The unit was designed to teach students about argumentative writing. The Common Core Standards highlight the shift from persuasive writing to argumentative writing, which requires students to use evidence to support and arguable claim. This unit walks teachers and students through this process. This unit is designed for the middle grades!

Mini-Lessons:
- Argument vs. Persuasive Writing
- Writing Claims
- Fact and Opinion
- Counterarguments
- Writing Leads
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Grammar Lessons:
Run-on Sentences
Compound Complex Sentences
Using Commas
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Graphic Organizers:
Brainstorming
Outlining
Building a Case
Problem/Solution
Counterarguments
Evaluating Arguments

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