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Author
RIDDICK
Subject
English
Difficulty
9th Grade
create a PEE paragraph assignment for my students. The first page should break down each element POINT, EVIDENCE, EXPLAIN. Give students sentence starters to assist them. The second page is where students should begin writing. Have students plan and then one box for their full paragraph (5-10 sentences). This is the prompt: Answer these questions: What does this chapter reveal about how life experiences affect a child’s outcome? Is the justice system properly supporting these children? Use evi...
This learning resource focuses on constructing a powerful PEE (Point, Evidence, Explanation) paragraph specifically analyzing Chapter 8 of Bryan Stevenson’s book 'Just Mercy.' It guides students in formulating clear and arguable points that directly answer prompts, supporting their arguments with evidence from the text. The document includes introduction techniques for evidence, examples of explanatory sentences, and a complete example of a PEE paragraph. Students are encouraged to construct their own paragraphs while being reminded of critical elements such as clarity, specificity of evidence, and overall coherence. Additionally, it provides a self-assessment checklist to ensure the quality of their writing.