Original PromptCreate an argumentative writing task that uses the novel Inside Out and Back Again by Thanhha Lai.
This resource focuses on teaching students how to construct a well-supported argumentative paragraph related to the themes of identity shifts and familial decisions in the context of the novel 'Inside Out & Back Again.' The learning objective is to enable students to formulate a clear claim, back it up with textual evidence, and address a counterclaim, thus enhancing their critical thinking and writing skills. The document details the essential components of an argument, including claims, evidence, reasoning, and counterclaims, along with a central argumentative prompt that challenges students to evaluate the justification of Ha's family's decision to leave Vietnam. Additionally, it provides a structured approach through the CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) organizer, self-checklists, and a sentence starter bank to aid in drafting. The resource also offers an extension task that encourages students to consider alternative perspectives, fostering deeper engagement with the text and the writing process.