1. How argumentative texts are organized
Unit 2 Lesson 1

2. Follow these directions:
Write down your homework.
Get 2 articles from below.
You will need a post-it note today and a writing utensil.

3. Turn & Talk: What is your opinion on regifting?

4. “Is it ok to Regift?” Purpose for reading:
As I read out loud, what do you notice about how the text is organized?
Notice and note on a post-it note.

5. How is the text organized?
Two column comparison
Yes vs. No – authors state opinion
Authors are “experts” on the topic
Short
“Debate”
Title is written in a question format
Pull quote
Source – New York Times UpFront Magazine; online VOTE NOW!

6. Pull quote Type of text feature
Definition: a small yet important idea pulled out from the text that is in a larger, bolded font.
Purpose: to entice readers and to highlight the main topic
Turn and Talk: Why does the pull quote change point of view from how it appears inside the text?

7. Partner Work:
So what? How does the text structure of the article effectively convey information about the topic?

8. Homework:
Read “Students Who Lose Recess Are the Ones Who Need It Most”
and notice and note how the text is organized.
Due Friday.