This module is for Grades: 6-8 Welcome

Analyzing science texts by citing evidence to support ideas is important for developing a deep understanding of what you read. Evidence can be text details like facts, quotations, descriptions or explanations. In this module, you will learn how to cite evidence to support ideas presented in a science article.

Module Objective

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Cite specific textual evidence to support explicit ideas and inferences.
image of newspapers and magnifying glass with the word 'evidence' in the center

Focus Standard

RST.6-8.1 - Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of science and technical texts.

Skill

  • Evidence