Persuasive/Argumentative… · B5 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B5.4.13.2.1 - Introduce claims and support them with clear reasons and evidence using credible sources

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

State a clear claim on a given topic in one or two sentences.
Give at least two reasons that support their claim.
Provide evidence from credible sources, such as books, newspapers, or trusted adults, to back each reason.
Work in groups to share and discuss reasons and evidence for their opinions.
Present their group’s claim, reasons, and evidence clearly to the class.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Writing (Strand 4)
Sub-strand: Persuasive/Argumentative Writing (4.13)
Content standard: B5.4.13.2 - Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence
Indicator: B5.4.13.2.1 - Introduce claims and support them with clear reasons and evidence using credible sources
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 6 (Week 30 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: English Language Curriculum (Basic 4-6), 2019, p. 134
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Working in groups (as in B5.7.1.1), learners provide reasons for the opinions they hold on a topic.
- Guide groups to provide evidence for the opinions they hold.
- Have groups present their work for discussions.