NY Next Generation ELA 5W2

5W2 is a cluster heading. These are the individual standards under it.

• 5W2.a

  Introduce a topic clearly, provide a general focus, and organize related information logically.

• 5W2.b

  Develop a topic with facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other relevant information; include text features, illustrations, and multimedia to ai...

• 5W2.c

  Use precise language and content-specific vocabulary to explain a topic.

• 5W2.d

  Use appropriate transitional/linking words, phrases, and clauses to clarify and connect ideas and concepts.

• 5W2.e

  Provide a concluding statement or section related to the information or explanation presented.

• 5W2.f

  Establish a style aligned to a subject area or task.

01

What Students Need to Do

Students write informative or explanatory texts that introduce a focused topic, organize information logically, and develop it with facts, definitions, details, quotations, and useful text features or media. They use precise vocabulary and transitions, establish a style suited to the task, and provide a related conclusion.

02

What Mastery Looks Like

A student establishes a focus, organizes information logically, and develops it with accurate, varied evidence and useful text features or media when appropriate. Precise vocabulary, transitions, and task-aligned style make the explanation clear. The piece ends with a related conclusion.

03

Common Misconceptions

Students may compile notes without explanation. They may drift into persuasion or organize by source instead of idea.

04

How to Assess It

Provide a topic, source notes, and audience. Ask students to write a short explanation with logical organization, varied evidence, precise vocabulary and transitions, useful media when appropriate, consistent style, and a conclusion.

1. 01

   Cluster source notes by concept before drafting.

2. 02

   Ask students which facts require explanation.

3. 03

   Play Information and Analysis Pair.

4. 04

   Write an explanation of a community system.

• 3W2

  The 3rd Grade version of this standard.

• 4W2

  The 4th Grade version of this standard.

• 8W2

  Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant...

• 7W2

  Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant...