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Opinion Writing – ELA Curriculum Map for Middle School – Month 7

If you are struggling with how to plan your year or just need some fresh ideas, then you are in the right place! Join me for a 10-month mini-series on creating an ELA curriculum map for your middle school classes. This month, we will focus on opinion writing.

We will discuss:

  • Why kids need a solid unit on opinion writing
  • A step-by-step plan that includes pre-assessment, selecting topics, mini-lessons, mentor texts, and more!

Let’s connect!

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Linda Asaro

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