Argumentative Writing
Body Paragraphs

These videos break down the body paragraphs in an argumentative essay, which are comprised of four different parts: premise, introducing the evidence, evidence, and justification. Incorporating counterclaims in your essay is also explained.

Persuasive Essays

The Introductory Paragraph

The Body Paragraphs

The Conclusion Paragraph

The Premise

Premises, or reasons, are described in detail and a practice activity is explained.

For this lesson, you will need:

Match It! Activity

The Introduction to Evidence

In this video, you'll learn how to avoid dropping a quote without any context in the middle of a paragraph.

Introducing the Evidence

The Evidence

In this video, activities are explained for practicing how to find "just right" evidence for an argumentative essay.

Finding the Right Evidence

The Justification

In this video, you will learn how to write quality sentences that thoughtfully explain your evidence.

All About Justification

The Counterclaim

In this video, you will learn tips for writing a clear and concise counterclaim, a key component of an argumentative essay.

Claims and Counterclaims
Counterclaim Paragraph Graphic Organizer

Practice with the Body Paragraphs

It's time take everything you’ve learned about the body paragraph (premise, intro to evidence, evidence, justification, and counterclaims) and put it all together.