Original PromptThe final argument essay about Dear Martin by NIC Stone. Create three argument essay prompts for students to choose. Include instructions such as punctuation, commas, semicolons, colons, independent clauses, and dependent clauses. Students should use 5 transitions using thesaurus.com. Students should highlight all transitions and the thesis statement both on the graphic organizer, the handwritten essay, and the digital essay. Students must use 3 citations to prove the claim.
This learning resource focuses on crafting a well-structured argumentative essay centered around the novel 'Dear Martin' by Nic Stone. It outlines specific essay prompts that invite students to analyze character development, systemic racism, and personal relationships as they relate to the story's protagonist, Justyce. The resource emphasizes the importance of having a strong thesis statement supported by textual evidence, effective transitions, and proper citation methods using MLA format.
The resource is designed to help students master complex sentence structures and punctuation, providing guidelines on using independent and dependent clauses, commas, semicolons, and colons. Additionally, it includes an argumentative essay planner with sections for thesis and claims, as well as a counterclaim and rebuttal. Supplementary materials consist of a transition word bank for enhancing cohesion and flow, as well as a reflection component for self-assessment and improvement in argumentative writing skills.