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Writing Prompt

Sports and the Real World

Theme Sports
Grades 6-8

Introduction

Have you ever wondered if sports are important in the real world? Are the two connected? Students will analyze the character traits that athletics develop and determine if those traits are important in the real world.

Learning Objectives

Students will write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. (CCSS-ELA-Literacy.W.6.1)

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The G.O.A.T.

As a reporter, students write about their favorite athlete, supporting with facts.

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The Battle of the Sports

Students compete through argumentative writing to prove which sport is the best.

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Paraphrasing Sports Quotes

Students will be able to paraphrase three quotes from a sports news show or sporting event and explain why they are important to the central idea.

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