1. VLT 2: Argument Essay VLT in 2 weeks: Jan 20-21 Argument Essay
Same structure as the the struggle for freedom essay (personal or public)
Topic unknown
We will practice for these 2 weeks leading up to in-class writing days

2. Argument Essay Reason 3 Counterclaim Rebuttal Conclusion Introduction
Thesis Statement:
Reason 1
Reason 2
Reason 3
Counterclaim
Rebuttal
Conclusion

3. Analyze Example FIRST Practice:
Analyze an example argument essay and recognize how it is structured.
Looking at a model of what you are supposed to do helps you accomplish your task later

4. Analyze Example STEP 1: Analyze the prompt
STEP 2: Read Example text set
Mark texts for evidence
Discuss how that evidence could be used to support both sides
STEP 3: Read Example Essay
STEP 4: Use graphic organizer to analyze the structure of the example

5. Example Argument Essay
Prompt: Is it better to be at the center of one group of friends or at the perimeter of several?

6. Prompt:
Is it better to be at the center of one group of friends or at the perimeter of several?

7. Analyzing your prompt
What are the two possible sides of this argument?
One will be your claim … the other will be your counterclaim

8. Prompt:
Is it better to be at the center of one group of friends or at the perimeter of several?

9. Prompt:
Is it better to be at the center of one group of friends or at the perimeter of several?

10. p.4
Read as a whole class. Mark together as a think aloud helped by class. Ask which evidence could be used to support one side, then ask which evidence could be used to support the other side.

11. p.5
Read together as a whole class. Give time to mark text alone. Tell them to mark evidence that would support either side. Notes- Elaborate/ explain why that quote would support that side of the argument.

12. Remember, this is basically your elaboration
p.5
Remember, this is basically your elaboration
Improves how you feel about yourself when you feel you belong (small group)
More stability (small group)
Controlling groups can prevent growth (Many Friends)
Provides more social freedom & variety (many friend circles)
Come back together as a whole class and discuss what evidence was marked and for what reasons.
Can help a teen transition when getting out of a small group of friends (many friend circles)

13. Prompt:
Is it better to be at the center of one group of friends or at the perimeter of several?

14. Evidence Supporting Small Groups Evidence Supporting Many Groups
Analyzing Evidence
Evidence Supporting Small Groups
Evidence Supporting Many Groups
“I helped decide things like what we were going to do for fun, where we would sit in the lunch room, and who we would hang out with.”
“Being part of a small, tight group can bolster a teen’s sense of identity, supply a feeling of belonging, and provide close, loyal, and lasting friendships.”
“Being part of a group can mean fewer awkward social moments, fewer decisions to make, and more social stability and security.”
In a small group “it is hard to change and try new things without your friends getting mad at you or thinking you are rejecting them.”
“I like being involved with a few groups and getting to know kids with different interests, even if I’m not right at the center of things”
“It’s a relief not to have to worry about any of the intense friendship drama and just have fun doing cool activities and meeting new people.”
“Being the center of a tightly knit group can mean that there is less freedom to explore, meet new friends, and try out other interests and ideas”
“Maintaining a variety of friendships, some close, and some more casual, can help a teen through a tough transition out of a group.”

15. Exit Ticket:
What would be your claim? Give one piece of evidence to support your claim.
What would be your counterclaim? Give one piece of evidence to support your counterclaim.

16. Analyze EXAMPLE ESSAY
Read Essay together

17. Analyze EXAMPLE ESSAY
They need to analyze the parts by using this graphic organizer