Uncovering Truth: Informational Texts and Media · Term 2

Informational Writing: Drafting Explanations

Students draft informational paragraphs, focusing on clear explanations and supporting evidence.

Key Questions

  1. Construct a clear topic sentence that introduces the main idea of a paragraph.
  2. Explain how to integrate evidence smoothly into an informational paragraph.
  3. Critique a draft for clarity, coherence, and sufficient supporting details.

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.2.BCCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.2.C
Grade: Grade 6
Subject: Language Arts
Unit: Uncovering Truth: Informational Texts and Media
Period: Term 2

Suggested Methodologies

Peer Teaching

Students prepare and deliver mini-lessons to classmates

30–55 min

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RAFT Writing

Creative writing from a specific Role, Audience, Format, Topic

25–45 min

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