1. Ranking Ladder Determining Importance of Ideas

2. Ranking Ladder What is it? A ranking ladder is used to determine the importance of ideas.

3. Ranking Ladder When is it useful? Use a ranking ladder to… clarify the relative importance of ideas or events organize the arguments in a persuasive essay or speech take notes for history or science

4. Ranking Ladder How do I make one? 1. Draw a ladder. Add labels to show how you are ranking items. For example, you might rank them by order of importance, strongest to weakest, and so on.

5. Ranking Ladder 2. Write the title or subject at the top of the ladder. Then write your ideas on each rung of the ladder. How do I make one? develop physical abilities like speed and agility learn to cooperate with others increase confidence expand leadership and decision-making skills learn to handle both success and failure develop ability to manage emotions Reasons for Participating in Sports