Arguments: CCSS Essays Emphasize Logic

August 26 National Dog Day (argument) This is a free ELA classroom lesson plan. It is part of the Month-by-Month Common Core ELA Activities book ORDER NOW $14.00 Or Read More about the book here. OVERVIEW of Argument for ELA CCSS Classroom Students will plan and write an argument essay about what kind of dog [...]

English Language Arts Standards

English Language Arts English Language Arts Common Core Standards The common education standards adopted by over 45 states this year will include a strong English Language Arts component. It emphasizes utilitarian writing and reading. For example, in 4th grade, students are asked to read 50% literary texts and 50% informational texts. This changes in high [...]