CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.4.9
The Standard
Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts · Writing Standards
What This Standard Means
Students need to make a point about something they read, then back it up with details from the text. They should be able to choose a useful quote, fact, event, or example, and explain how it supports their idea instead of just dropping it into a paragraph.
Mastery looks like a clear answer, well-chosen evidence, and a sentence that explains the connection. Students often get stuck by picking random details, copying too much, or giving opinions with no proof. They also need practice using evidence from both stories and nonfiction.
Ways to Teach It
- Give pairs a short article and have them highlight one claim in blue and two supporting facts in yellow.
- Ask students to answer, “Which character changed the most, and what scene proves it?” using one quoted line.
- Use an exit ticket with a claim and three details, then have students circle the detail that best supports it.
- Show a product review and ask students to identify the opinion, the evidence, and whether the evidence is convincing.
Plan a Lesson for CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.4.9
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