Writer's Workshop - Research Based Argument Essay - Chocolate Milk Lesson 2
Dear Teachers,
There has been some controversy about our policy of offering chocolate milk for school lunch. We need to make a decision about whether or not we should continue offering it in the cafeteria. Will you let me know what you think? Thank you.
Sincerely,
Mr. Winkelspecht
What do you think? Discuss it with someone.
Are your ideas opinions or facts?
Today, you will learn that when composing an argument, you need to collect evidence that allows you to think through all sides of the argument.
Now that we have taken some notes together, you should add the same notes to your T-Chart. Here is what we added as a class. Make sure they are on your T-chart.
Kids drink more milk when it is flavored
Contains the same nine nutrients as white milk
Calcium, potassium, phosphorus, protein, vitamins A, D, and B12, riboflavin, and niacin
3 daily servings of milk
Not heavier than non milk drinkers
Now read this article with the opposing viewpoint. Take notes on the other side of your T-chart.
When you are finished with the assignment, here is what you can do:
Just keep writing.
Keep adding seeds.
Add to a already started seed.
Decide to take a seed through the writer’s process.
Reread your writing.
Edit your writing.
Work with a writing partner (with permission).
NEVER say "I am finished"
You need to be writing for a minimum of 30 minutes.