English // Writing Composition

Evidence-Based Writing

Draw evidence from informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research in writing, applying grade-level reading standards to non-fiction

Ages
9 to 11
Type
Method
Builds on
2 topics
Leads to
3 topics
Standards
2 codes

Quick check

When the learner writes a non-fiction piece — like a report on climate change — do they draw on specific facts and evidence from things they've read, weaving that information into their own writing?

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Topic // Mastery

What mastery looks like

What a learner can do once this topic is secure.
  • Write a research-based paragraph or short report that cites specific facts, details, and evidence from informational texts to support key points
  • Synthesise information from two informational sources into a written summary that accurately represents both, noting areas of agreement and difference
  • Paraphrase information from informational texts accurately and cite sources appropriately, avoiding plagiarism

Topic // Map

Where this fits

What to learn first and what this topic opens up, with the reason for each link. Required links come first.
  • RequiredMust come first
  • HelpfulHelps, but not essential

Before this

2 topics
  • Main Topic & Key DetailsRequired

    Reading Comprehension // Ages 6 to 10

    Drawing evidence from informational texts requires the ability to identify main ideas across paragraphs

  • Short Research ProjectsHelpful

    Writing Composition // Ages 8 to 11

    Research and note-taking skills support the ability to gather and organise evidence from informational sources

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Evidence-Based Writing

Ages 9 to 11 // Method

Leads to

3 topics
  • Checking Sources Against Each OtherHelpful

    History // Historical Thinking // Ages 8 to 10

    Corroborating information across multiple historical sources requires the skill of drawing and evaluating evidence from informational texts, as taught in English

  • Evidence Versus InterpretationHelpful

    History // Historical Thinking // Ages 10 to 11

    Distinguishing historical evidence from interpretation requires careful reading of informational sources — a skill developed through English non-fiction comprehension

  • Drawing conclusions from evidence (age 12+)Helpful

    Science // Scientific Inquiry // Ages 12 to 13

    Drawing conclusions that address a hypothesis with reference to evidence mirrors the English skill of drawing evidence from informational texts to support analysis

Topic // Standards

Curriculum standards

Codes for the curriculum statements this topic maps to. Each publisher owns its standard text.
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects
W.4.9bW.5.9b

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