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Types of Writing in 7th Grade English
Informational Essay
Argumentative Essay
Narrative Writing
(Use First Person Pronouns)
Slide2Types of Writing Goal/Purpose
Informational/
Expository Writing Goal of expository/informational writing:To provide information about a given topic using evidence to support the information that is being provided Argumentative Writing Goal of argumentative writing: To get reader to acknowledge that your argument is valid and deserves consideration; a counterclaims is provided to give acknowledge an opposing viewpoint Narrative WritingGoal of narrative writing:To tell a story; must include an introduction, plot ( exposition, conflict, rising action, climax, resolution)
Type of Writing and it’s Goal/Purpose
Slide3An Important Rule for Informational and
Argumentative
Writing Prompts:Never use first or second person pronouns because you lose credibility! First Person PronounsSecond Person PronounsI, me, my, mine, us, we, us, our, ours, etc. “Never use Pronouns that Include Yourself!” You, Your, Yours, You’re “Never Talk to the Reader.”
** If an expository prompt asks about your life experience specifically, you can use first person pronouns. If not, you must avoid first person pronouns in expository writing.
AVOID:
Slide4What Can You Use for Informational/Expository and Argumentative Writing Prompts ?
Third Person Pronouns
he/she, his/hers, him/herit/its, they/them/their/theirs
Slide5When can you use first and second person pronouns ?
Use
first person pronouns when writing a personal narrative or a first person narrative.First Person PronounsI, me, mine, my, ours, our, we, us, etc. “Anything that included yourself.”Second Person Pronouns
You
Talking to the reader or
when characters are talking to each other in dialogue.
Use
second person
pronouns when writing a letter or
e-mail or in dialogue between characters in a narrative.
Slide6You must analyze different writing prompts to determine the type of writing!
What is a cave?
Expository/InformationalProvide one character trait for the main character. Expository/InformationalTell us about your most embarrassing moment. Personal NarrativeWhat is your most prized position? Personal NarrativeShould students wear school uniforms?Argumentative What is the Sequoia National Park like?Expository / Informational
Slide7You must analyze different writing prompts to determine the type of writing!
What is a cave?
Expository/InformationalProvide one character trait for the main character. Expository/InformationalTell us about your most embarrassing moment. Personal NarrativeWhat is your most prized position? Personal NarrativeShould students wear school uniforms?Argumentative What is the Sequoia National Park like?Expository / Informational
Slide8Punctuating Titles
“QUOTATION MARKS”
ITALICS (typed) or UNDERLINED (handwritten)1. Songs
1
. Books
2. Poems
2
. Plays
3. Short stories
3
. Magazines
4. Episodes of TV programs
4.
Television programs
5. Chapters in a book
5
. Movies
6. Articles in a magazine or newspaper
6
. Newspapers
Slide9Now take out a scrap piece of paper and number it 1-9…
Slide101. Song: Stitches“Stitches”2. Short story: Rikki Tikki Tavi“Rikki Tikki
Tavi”3. Book: The TestingThe TestingThe Testing4. Movie: Legally BlondeLegally BlondeLegally Blonde5. Poem: The Highwayman“The Highwayman”6. Magazine Article: Pink is Best“Pink is Best”7. Newspaper: USA TodayUSA TodayUSA Today8. TV Show: Peppa PigPeppa PigPeppa Pig9. Chapter of a book: Organizational Leadership“Organizational Leadership”
Slide11ICER Formula
I = Intro Paragraph
C = Claim (explain what you mean)E = EvidenceR = Reason why the example supports your claim (Wrap-up)One Claim = I CE R Two Claims = I CE CE RThree Claims = I CE CE CE R
Slide12What does an ICER writing prompt look like? Here are a few examples. Name two adjectives to describe the main character. Provide two detailed claims to support your answer and provide “evidence” to support your answer. I CE
CE
RWhat is the significance of the author’s use of figurative language? Provide three claims and provide “evidence” to support your answer. I CE CE CE R
Slide13ICERThe job of the I is to introduce the reader to the topic and
answer
the question or prompt.
Slide14Components of the I Components: 1. Attention Getter
2. Broad statement
3. Answer/Mini-thesisThe attention getter will be added to this paragraph in February, but for now, the introductory paragraph will only contain two sentences.
Slide15I = Introduce and Answer/ThesisThe “I” is the first paragraph of your ICER essay. When you begin writing your I, you will need to keep the following in mind…
Slide16I = Introductory Paragraph
The
I is made up of an attention getter (will add on later), one broad statement sentence and one answer/mini-thesis sentence. Formulate the “Answer/Thesis” in your head and complete an organizer. *** If the thesis is wrong the entire essay is wrong!Make sure your answer is correct and fully answers the question/prompt. Do not use the word because unless the question asks you how or why. Credit the source (author and title). If they are not known, leave them out.
Follow the “answer
recipe” to construct your answer
. Write
it on your organizer in the correct space.
Create a broad
statement about the general topic. Indent at the broad statement for now.
Slide17Broad StatementThis is a general statement about your topic. Topic: Should everyone own an in-ground swimming pool?
BS:
Summer is a time when people enjoy many outdoor activities, such as swimming.
Slide18Broad Statement ExamplesWhat are the three most exciting vacation activities offered in Pennsylvania?Pennsylvania is a wonderful place to visit for vacation.
What are the top three deadly natural disasters?
Most storms are a frequent part of nature that cause minimal to no damage, but some storms can be extremely dangerous.What is the biggest difference between middle school and elementary school? Middle school is extremely different from elementary school .
Slide19REVIEW: ICER Formula
WHAT DOES ICER STAND FOR?
I = Intro Paragraph C = Claim(explain what you mean)E = EvidenceR = Restate the main idea
Slide20REVIEW: ICER Formula
WHICH TWO PARTS OF ICER
ALWAYS STAY TOGETHER?C AND E!!!!
Slide21REVIEW: ICER Formula
One Claim =
I CE R Two Claims = I CE CE RThree Claims = I CE CE CE R
Slide22REVIEW: ICER Formula
What are the components of the “I” you will be using for now?
1st sentence:Broad statement2nd sentence:Answer
Slide23Question: What are two skills that are important for seventh graders to have? Broad statement: Seventh graders need to learn good studying and organizing skills.Answer/mini-thesis: After reading “Success” by Sam Folder, it is clear that two skills that are important for seventh graders to have are studying and organizing.
Is this a good broad statement?
NO!
This is more like an answer than a broad statement.
Slide24Question: What are two skills that are important for seventh graders to have?Broad statement: Seventh graders need to have good organizational skills. Answer/mini-thesis: After reading “Success” by Sam Folder, it is clear that two skills that are important for seventh graders to have are studying and organizing.
Is this a good broad statement?
NO!
This is more like an answer than a broad statement – and it’s not even a complete answer!
Slide25Question: What are two skills that are important for seventh graders to have?Broad statement: Seventh graders need to have good organizational skills. Organizational skills are very important.Answer/mini-thesis: After reading “Success” by Sam Folder, it is clear that two skills that are important for seventh graders to have are studying and organizing.
Is this a good broad statement?
NO!
It should only be ONE sentence.
Slide26Question: What are two skills that are important for seventh graders to have?Broad statement: Seventh graders need to have a variety of skills.Answer/mini-thesis: After reading “Success” by Sam Folder, it is clear that two skills that are important for seventh graders to have are studying and organizing.
Is this a good broad statement?
YES
This relates to the topic.
Notice
: It doesn’t include the same words that the question has; that’s what the answer will have!
Slide27NOW. . .
YOU TRY!
Complete the “Broad Statement Practice.” Directions:1. Read the prompt.2. Check off the type of writing you would use to answer that prompt.3. Write a broad statement for the prompt. It is ONE sentence! DO NOT INCLUDE THE SAME WORDS FROM THE QUESTION! THEY WILL GO IN YOUR ANSWER!
Slide28Prompt 1: English is a required subject. Explain why it is important.Type of writing: Informative/
Narrative
ArgumentativeExpository Broad statement 1: Learning the English language is a vital skill for children.Answer: According to “English is Essential” by Andy Grammar, learning English is important because it helps people speak and write better and more clearly.
Slide29Prompt 2: Sometimes lies can have serious consequences. Describe a time when a lie had a major consequence for you.Type of writing:
Informative/
Narrative ArgumentativeExpository Broad statement 2: There are many drawbacks when the truth is not told.It is very bad for a person to be dishonest.Dishonesty can have many drawbacks.Answer: One time a lie had a major consequence for me was when I lied to my daughter about eating cookies because when she found out, she was very sad.
Slide30Prompt 3: You have been asked to write a brochure to attract visitors to the town where you live. Write an essay that convinces people to visit there.Type of writing:
Informative/
Narrative ArgumentativeExpository Broad statement 3: I live in a wonderful community located in Butler County.My town features things for everyone to enjoy.Answer: People should visit Cranberry Township because it boasts beautiful new parks, sidewalks and a plethora of shops and restaurants.
Slide31Answer Recipe
______________ _______ by ___________, _____________________ that ___________.
TITLEAUTHORJOINING ELEMENTQUESTION/ANSWERINTRODUCTORY PHRASEThis will be the second sentence of your introductory paragraph!
The first was your broad statement.
Slide32EXAMPLE 1Poem: The Highwayman Author
: Alfred Noyes
Question: What is the mood of the story?TITLEAfter reading “The Highwayman” by Alfred Noyes, it is clear that the mood of the story is mysterious._______ _____ by _______, ________ that ________.TITLEAUTHOR
JOINING
ELEMENT
QUESTION/
ANSWER
INTROD.
PHRASE
Intro.
Phrase
AUTHOR
Joining
Element
RE-STATE QUESTION
ANSWER
Slide33EXAMPLE 2:Story: Rikki Tikki
Tavi Author: Rudyard KiplingQuestion: Describe two characteristics of Rikki Tikki Tavi._______ _____ by _______, ________ that ________.TITLEAUTHOR
JOINING
ELEMENT
QUESTION/
ANSWER
INTROD.
PHRASE
After reading “Rikki
Tikki
Tavi
” by Rudyard Kipling,
it is evident that two characteristics to describe Rikki
Tikki
Tavi
are brave and loyal.
TITLE
Intro.
Phrase
AUTHOR
Joining Element
RE-STATE QUESTION
ANSWER
Slide34I = Answer / Mini-thesis
Example:
Summer is a time when people enjoy many outdoor activities, such as swimming. However, after reading the article “Summer Vacations” by Iwanna Pool, it is obvious that everyone should not own an in-ground swimming pool.QuestionShould everyone own an in-ground swimming pool? ArticleSummer VacationsAuthorIwanna Pool AnswerNo
Slide35A=Answer the Question
Example:
Summer is a time when people enjoy many outdoor activities, such as swimming. However, after reading the article “Summer Vacations” by Iwanna Pool, it is obvious that everyone should not own an in-ground swimming pool because it takes a monumental amount of time and money to maintain.QuestionWHY shouldn’t everyone own an in-ground swimming pool? ArticleSummer Vacations
Author
Iwanna
Pool
Answer
It takes a monumental amount of time and money to maintain.
Slide36PRACTICE ONEQuestion: What are the three most exciting vacation activities offered in Pennsylvania? Article: Visit Pennsylvania Author: Patty Smith
Answer:
hiking, biking, and campingBroad statement: Pennsylvania is a wonderful place to visit for vacation. Answer: DO THIS NOW!
Slide37Trolley Problem Intro ParagraphBS: “The Trolley Problem” represents a difficult decision for people. After reading “A Teen and a Trolley Reveal Society’s Dark Side” by Bethany Brookshire
,
it is clear that human morality is evil.Evil is shown in peoples’ responses to “The Trolley Problem.” People based their decisions on the person’s appearance. A poor person was more likely to be sacrificed. Therefore, Brookshire explains, “If a woman looks somewhat wealthy, as represented by the business suit, only 24% of her participants would sacrifice her.” Responses to the problem demonstrate people are evil.
Slide38C= CLAIMThings to remember! The C is
connected
to the E. They’re peanut butter and jelly! Don’t ever separate them! Every C is followed by an E! No exceptions! Together, a C and E make a body paragraph! The job of the C is to claim, provide explanation to your answer on how the quote in the E supports the answer.
Slide39C = CLAIM
Things to remember!
Therefore, you must make sure you are making a connection between the “I” and the “C” in your “E.”What do you do if you can’t make a connection between your “C” and your “E?” Or, you’ve realized that your “E” doesn’t support your Answer?Pick a new quote!!!The C must be written in your own words
.
Slide40C = CLAIMIn order to make the connection, you must decide how to start out your “
C.
” You could start off with:To explain,Or, just start making you CLAIM! (You don’t NEED a transition for your C.)NEVER WRITE: MY “E” SUPPORTS THE “A”BECAUSE…………OR……
THIS CLEARLY SUPPORTS MY
“
A
”
BECAUSE ….
JUST EXPLAIN IT!!!
Slide41IS THIS A GOOD C?I: Many kids get less rest than they need. After reading “Waking up too early” by Early Bird, it is evident that adolescents could benefit from more sleep.
C:
Sleep is good. Kids love sleep. They need more of it. E: First, Bird states, “Adolescents, particularly those in middle school, need more sleep.”NO!It is more than two sentences, but…It doesn’t explain the quote above and show how it supports the answer!
Slide42IS THIS A GOOD C?
I: Many kids get less rest than they need. After reading “Waking up too early” by Early Bird, it is evident that adolescents could benefit from more sleep.
C: Sleep is important for middle school kids. They could really benefit from getting more sleep.E: First, Bird states, “Adolescents, particularly those in middle school, need more sleep.”C: n/aE: n/aR: n/aNO!It doesn’t FULLY explain the quote above and show how it supports the answer!Another sentence could be added to make the explanation clearer.
Slide43IS THIS A GOOD C?I: Many kids get less rest than they need. After reading “Waking up too early” by Early Bird, it is evident that adolescents could benefit from more sleep.
C:
More sleep can help students function better. They would be more alert during the school day, and they could pay better attention in class. This could result in higher grades.E: First, Bird states, “Adolescents, particularly those in middle school, need more sleep.”YES!It does explain the quote above and shows how it supports the answer!
Slide44E = Evidence Job of the E
= Provide a
quote or example that supports your answer/mini thesis!Rules for “E” if you’ve read a text:Indent at each E.
Begin with an appropriate transition
Include a joining element
Include your quote in quotations
Rules for “E” if you didn’t read a text:
Indent at each E.
Begin with an appropriate transition
Include your example
Evidence =
Transition
+
Joining element
+
Quote
Slide45Evidence = Transition, + Joining element
, +
QuoteNotices:There is a comma after the transition and after the joining element!If you don’t put quotations around your quote, that is plagiarism!Your quote must be taken word for word from the text.Your quote must relate to your answer
to the
question
. Otherwise, you’ll have nothing to explain!
Example: First, Noyes states, “……….”
Slide46Examples of transitions – Let’s list some!1. 6.2. 7.3. 8.4. 9.5. 10.
E = Evidence
Slide47Examples of joining elements:the author states,according to the author,according to the text,the author writes,as noted by the author,
E = Evidence
Slide48“E” examples with a text:To begin, according to the text, “Flamingos are pink because of the food they eat.”Also, as noted by Moury, “The world would be a lot better if people could just be nice to
one
another!”“E” examples without a text:First, one of the main differences between elementary school and middle school is freedom.Additionally, good organizational skills are important for new seventh graders.
Slide49Examples of joining elements:the author states,according to the author,according to the text,the author writes,as noted by the author,
NOTE: “the author” can be replaced by the author’s name
As noted by Bradbury, “Quote.”As noted by Ray Bradbury, “Quote.”
Slide50The job of the R is to restate the answer/mini-thesis and wrap-up the writing response! You’re not done until you add the R.The “R” in ICER is the wrap-up paragraph, which restates the main points of your paper.
Indent
your “R” paragraph.R = Re-state
Slide51Start your “R” with a transition word or phrase!Examples…R
= Re-state
Slide52Direct the reader to your answer/ mini-thesis by restating it right away. Include the same elements as your answer:R
= Re-state
_______ _____ by _______, ________ that ________.
TITLE
AUTHOR
JOINING
ELEMENT
QUESTION/
ANSWER
INTROD.
PHRASE
Slide53Sum up the main idea in one sentence.End with a memorable sentence.NEVER WRITE
THAT IS WHY
!!!! You will receive a zero if you write that.Don’t introduce any new information in your R!R = Re-state
Slide54Most kids today spent a great deal of time on their technology. After reading “Steve Jobs was a low tech parent” by Nick Bilton, it is clear that kids’ use of electronic devices should be monitored. To begin, Bilton states that kids can have “…exposure to harmful content...” when using technology. This quote demonstrates that parents need to know what their kids are doing and looking at while they’re on their devices. Kids may not know the repercussions of their poor or dangerous choices. If parents are aware of what their kids are looking at, they can help teach them to make better decisions.
In conclusion, it’s clear that parents should monitor their children’s usage of technology as noted in the article “Steve Jobs was a low tech parent” by Nick
Bilton. Parents should keep an eye on their kid’s devices. Without supervision, kids can go down a dangerous path, which can negatively impact their futures.