It's an easy transition. Scholars identify transition words in the Pygmalion model essay and record definitions in the Transitions anchor chart. They then begin to look at the tone of the model essay. Finally, individuals begin writing their end-of-unit argumentative essays.

Concepts

argumentative writing, essay structure, essay organization

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Create sentences where using different transition words give the sentences different meanings

Classroom Considerations

• Lesson 16 of 19 consecutive parts in Grade 7 ELA Module 2b, Unit 2
• Suggests use of computers

Pros

• Lists vocabulary words to enhance learning
• Includes a model essay with highlighted transition words for teacher reference

Cons

• None

Common Core

W.7.1.a W.7.1.b W.7.1.c W.7.1.d W.7.1.e W.7.5 W.7.9.a