Age: 10-11 years

Duration: 70 min

Objectives

• Write a complete argumentative essay draft from introduction through conclusion.
• Exchange feedback using a rubric covering thesis, PEEL bodies, counterargument, and connectors.
• Revise one section based on peer and teacher feedback.

Vocab

• draft / revise: "A draft is the first full version; revise means improve content and clarity."
• cohesion / tone: "Cohesion means ideas flow; tone is formal and respectful."
• feedback / rubric: "Feedback tells what works; the rubric lists criteria scores."
• counterargument: "Include opposing view then refute — strengthens your argument."

Warm-up (5min)

Essay parts drill — teacher calls "thesis!" "PEEL!" "counter!" — students hold up correct draft section from folder.

Main Activity (55min): "Argumentative Essay Workshop"

"Full Draft Writing Workshop" — Round 1: Assembly check — intro (L06), body 1–2 (L10), conclusion (L14) — identify gaps; 10 min repair. Round 2: Counterargument insert — 4–5 sentences: Some people believe... However... — add between bodies or before conclusion. Round 3: Silent writing block (25 min) — full essay typed or handwritten; minimum 4 paragraphs. Round 4: Rubric peer review — thesis clear? 2 PEEL bodies? counter present? connectors? conclusion action? — written comments only. Round 5: Author revision — choose one section score "needs work" and revise for 10 min. Round 6: Teacher spot-check 8 essays — stamp "ready for polish" or "revise counter/links." Draft due for Lesson 18 presentation prep. Essay portfolio centerpiece.

Wrap-up (5min)

Reflection sticky: "My draft is strongest at ___ . I will polish ___ before presentation."

Teacher Tips

• Essay unit capstone before presentation — prioritize completion over perfection in first draft.
• Counterargument missing in 70% of drafts — leave 10 min dedicated slot; do not skip.
• Rubrics not grades today — growth language; save scores for Lesson 18 if required.