1. I will hand out the texts to you.
Counterclaims
Have your introduction, body paragraphs and conclusion out on your desk.
I will hand out the texts to you.

2. Grade 9-10 standards require that you “distinguish” the claim from a counterclaim - and that you develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly, supplying evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both.
The Counterclaim

3. Body Paragraph Progression
There are multiple ways you can structure your body paragraphs.
You can focus 2 paragraphs on the REASONS that support the CLAIM you are making, and 1 paragraph on the COUNTERCLAIM.
You can also use a technique where you focus on 2 body paragraphs where you infuse the COUNTERCLAIM into each one of your body paragraphs that elaborate on your supporting REASONS.
Follow along with examples of each method framed around an argument on whether or not government should regulate what people eat and drink.
Body Paragraph Progression

4. Counterclaim as an independent paragraph (arguing against regulation)
Proponents of government regulation say it may help fight against the growing rate of obesity and its related health complications. As students peruse their lunch choices, they are no longer choosing between a variety of junk foods. The limitation of unhealthy foods at schools has led to a recent study by Pediatrics proving that “students with food restrictions were not as overweight as those without.” Students are now faced with deciding between healthier choices such as salads and wraps and will be more limited in their choices of treats that have limited health benefits. Although this type of government regulation may seem positive on the surface, ultimately it will not have the lasting effects intended on society. According to Dr. Safyer, although the students in the study were eating healthier food options during school, they were not compelled to make the same choices at home or restaurants. Government regulation of food and drink can only go so far as children and adults have autonomy in their own homes and places of social importance to them. It would be an egregious intrusion upon personal freedom to dictate what a person can and cannot eat or drink in every aspect of their life.

5. Infusing the COUNTERCLAIM into each of your body paragraphs
Infusing the COUNTERCLAIM into each of your body paragraphs. (arguing for regulation)
Government regulation may help fight against the growing rate of obesity and its related health complications. Just as regulations in the past have paved the way for increased awareness on critical issues, the opportunity exists now for a similar success with this particular campaign. According to Dr. Safyer from Montefiore MC was correct in identifying this as a “great step” against obesity and diabetes, heart disease, etc. When consumers are limited in terms of what they can easily access, they must make the conscientious decision to go against the regulation and choose the unhealthy path. Just the simple act of making it slightly more difficult to obtain these goods may be enough to deter them into a healthier lifestyle. Consumers would now have access to healthier choices such as fruits and vegetable from their local grocery stores. A recent study in Pediatrics recently showed that schools who restricted the amount of junk food the students had access to had a lower number of overweight students. Critics who claim that these measures take away the freedom of choice should note that the study revealed they did not prevent the students from eating these items in their personal lives, they only made it so that there were healthier options given to them during school hours; the evidence showed that made a tremendous difference.

6. Outline how you would address a counterclaim using the outline provided. You may practice writing the entire counterclaim paragraph or try your hand at infusing it into one of your body paragraphs, but it is not required.
When you have all of your pieces of the argument completed please staple them in the following order:
Introduction
Body Paragraphs and Conclusion
Counterclaim Outline
Counterclaim Outline