Argumentative Writing Unit
Description:
In this three week unit, students will practice skills related to argumentative writing. They will ultimately write an argumentative/persuasive letter to the school board regarding school safety policy.
Learning Targets:
I can write a thesis statement that includes a concession, controversial claim, and reasons.
*I can support a controversial claim with relevant, sufficient, and credible evidence.
*I write an argument to support a claim with relevant evidence and clear reasons
*I can improve my writing by making changes based on feedback from my peers.
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Argument Writing Unit