Thursday, March 17th

Lesson Objectives - Using two articles that show conflicting opinions of the teen driving age, students will compose their own argumentative essays using the proper structure with a counterpoint.
Homework - If not finished in class, final drafts must be completed at home tonight.
CCSS -

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1 -Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1.a  -Introduce claim(s), acknowledge and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1.b - Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant evidence, using accurate, credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1.c  -Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1.d - Establish and maintain a formal style.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1.e - Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.