Description
Author’s Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning Practice Passages: Help your students strengthen their reading comprehension and critical thinking skills with this engaging Author’s Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning Practice Packet, designed specifically for upper elementary readers.
This no-prep resource includes 8 high-interest passages that teach students how to identify an author’s claim, locate supporting evidence, and explain reasoning using clear text-based responses.
Students practice close reading and analysis, then apply their learning using the included C-E-R (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) chart and open-ended question. This powerful framework helps students explain their thinking clearly and build strong written responses.
INCLUDED:
- Print and Bonus Digital options
- All in color and black-and-white options
- 8 One-Page Reading Passages: Complete answer keys and model C-E-R responses for teacher reference
- Comprehension questions per passage (mix of multiple choice & C-E-R written response)
- Author’s Claim & C-E-R Anchor Chart
- C-E-R grading rubric (1–4 scale for clarity, evidence, and reasoning)
PERFECT FOR:
- Upper elementary Reading Comprehension Lessons
- Whole Group & Small Group Instruction
- Literacy Centers & Stations
- Guided Reading Practice
- Homework or Independent Practice
- Test Prep & Skill Reinforcement
- Substitute plans or independent work
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