Article
John Corbitt

Finders Keepers?

Should you keep the money you find on the street? Two kids face off in the debate. Who makes the more convincing argument?

Learning Objective: to analyze and evaluate two opposing argument essays

Lexile: 730L
Topic: SEL,
Step-by-Step Lesson Plan

Close Reading, Critical Thinking, Skill Building

1. PREPARING TO READ

2. READING AND TEXT MARKING

3. DISCUSS

4. DEBATE

5. WRITING

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