Apply grade 6 Reading standards to literary nonfiction (e.g., “Trace and evaluate the argument and [...]

Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time [...]

Introduce claim(s) and organize the reasons and evidence clearly.

Support claim(s) with clear reasons and relevant evidence, using credible sources and demonstrating an understanding [...]

Use words, phrases, and clauses to clarify the relationships among claim(s) and reasons.

Establish and maintain a formal style.

Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from the argument presented.

Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the [...]

Introduce a topic; organize ideas, concepts, and information, using strategies such as definition, classification, comparison/contrast, [...]