NY Next Generation ELA 3W2.e

ELA3rd GradeWrite informative/explanatory texts to explore a topic and convey ideas and information relevant to the subject.

The Standard

Provide a concluding statement or section.

New York State Next Generation English Language Arts Learning Standards

Teacher's field guide

What This Standard Means

What Students Need to Do

Students provide a concluding statement or section for informative writing. The ending follows from the topic and developed facts.

What Mastery Looks Like

The student closes the explanation by restating the focus or key learning in fresh words. No unrelated information appears.

Common Misconceptions

Students may stop after the last fact. They may copy the opening exactly or add a new topic.

How to Assess It

Give an informative paragraph without an ending. Ask students to write a connected conclusion.

Lesson moves

Ways to Teach It

  1. Match conclusions with informational topics.

  2. Ask students what readers should remember.

  3. Play Ending Fit.

  4. Conclude a class animal report.

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