3.2 Flashdrafting

CONNECTION Similar to work we’ve done before—many drafts/versions

TEACHING POINT Today I want to teach you that writers often take short bursts of time to draft, quickly, from beginning to end to see the whole shape of what they have so far and what they still need to do.

TEACHING How to Write an Argument Collect evidence that allows you to think through various sides of an argument Rehearse by explaining your position and listing your reasons point by point Plan your claim and reasons in boxes and bullets structure

TEACHING Schools SHOULD serve chocolate milk Schools SHOULD NOT serve chocolate milk Because…(reason A) Because…(reason B) Because…(reason C) Rehearse with a partner what you will write!

TEACHING Position Statements Often Go Like This… I think ______________because (reason 1), because (reason 2), and because (reason 3). Remember to refer to the articles or your notes to cite evidence!

TEACHING Body Paragraphs Often Look Like This… (Reason 1) One reasons is that… For example (evidence a) Also, (evidence b) In addition (evidence c) (Reason 2) Another reasons is that… (Reason 3) Another reasons is that… Try it aloud with your partner again!