Standard:

EL.06.RE.09 Understand, learn, and use new vocabulary that is introduced and taught directly through informational text, literature text, and instruction across content area.

I will be able to learn, understand, and use vocabulary related to persuasion and argumentation.

I will use context clues and other strategies to determine the meaning of words that I do not understand.

Concepts: Persuasion, vocabulary

Essential Questions:

• How can we use context clues to determine what this word means?
• What are some strategies to determine the meaning of an unknown word?
• What words do we use when we want to persuade someone?
• Do we use different words when we want to persuade different audiences?

Standard:

EL.06.WR.26 Write persuasive compositions:

-State a clear position on a proposition or proposal

-Support the position with organized and relevant evidence

-Anticipate and address reader concerns and counter arguments

I will choose one side of an argument and back up why I chose it.

I will provide evidence for my argument.

I will address counter arguments to my position.

Concepts: Position, counter arguments

Essential Questions:

• What does position mean in relation to persuasion?
• How can you support your position?
• What is the difference between fact and opinion?
• What are counter arguments that someone might pose?