ELA21.3.35

English Language Arts (2021) Grade(s): 3

ELA21.3.35
Write an argument to convince the reader to take an action or adopt a position, using an introduction, logical reasoning supported by evidence from various sources, and a conclusion.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:

The purpose of argumentative writing is to convince the reader to take action or adopt a particular position.
Argumentative writing includes an introduction, logical reasoning supported by evidence, and a concluding statement.
Evidence to support the argument must be collected from various sources.

Skills

Students are able to:

Write an argument to convince a reader to take action or adopt a position.
Include an introduction, logical reasoning supported by evidence, and a conclusion in argumentative writing.
Gather evidence from various sources to support a claim.

Understanding

Students understand that:

To persuade a reader to take action or adopt an opinion, they must present logical reasoning supported by evidence from various sources.

Vocabulary

Argument
Take an action
Adopt a position
Introduction
Logical reasoning
Evidence
Sources
Conclusion

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