Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS):
3.9.E
recognize characteristics and structures of argumentative text by:
(i) identifying the claim;
(ii) distinguishing facts from opinion; and
(iii) identifying the intended audience or reader; and
Florida - Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking:
ELA.3.R.2.4
Identify an author’s claim and explain how an author uses evidence to support the claim.
3rd Grade Reading - Argumentative Texts Lesson
Argumentative Texts
Argumentative Texts
Argumentativetexts are passages that argue to support a point. The author takes a stand on a particular issue and tries to support it with reasoning and facts. The author is trying to convince the audience to agree with him or her.
When reading an argumentative text, ask yourself —
What does the author want the reader to believe or do? For example, does the author want the readers to think it's important to recycle? Does he or she want the readers to actually start recycling at home? Or is the author trying to get the reader to buy a recycling bin?
Who is the author's intended audience? For example, is the author "talking to" a group of teachers? Or to a group of school children? Or to a group of lawmakers who can work to make or change a law?
What facts does the author use to support his or her claim? Does the author provide information from experts? Does he or she provide information that can be proven true?