Common Core: Writing: History, Science & Technical Subjects
6-8.WHST.9
Draw evidence from informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
October 1, 20186-8.WHST.10
Write routinely over extended time frames (time for reflection and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.
October 1, 20186-8.WHST.2d
Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.
October 1, 20186-8.WHST.1e
Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.
October 1, 20186-8.WHST.2
Write informative/explanatory texts, including the narration of historical events, scientific procedures/ experiments, or technical processes.
October 1, 20186-8.WHST.2a
Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader categories as appropriate to achieving purpose; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
October 1, 20186-8.WHST.2b
Develop the topic with relevant, well-chosen facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples.
October 1, 20186-8.WHST.2c
Use appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts.
October 1, 20186-8.WHST.1a
Introduce claim(s) about a topic or issue, acknowledge and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically.
October 1, 2018