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Step 1: Pre-Write

Step 2: Organize

Step 3: Write

Step 4: Revise

Step 5: Edit and Finalize

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Master Argumentative Writing teaches learners exactly how to write compelling argumentative paragraphs that prove claims using credible sources, expert opinions, and research findings. Every lesson builds systematically from analyzing prompts through final editing, transforming uncertain, reluctant, or resistant writers into confident ones who can tackle any debatable issue with research-backed claims.<h2 id="0035ce7b-deeb-487b-b870-f040acda50a2" data-toc-id="0035ce7b-deeb-487b-b870-f040acda50a2">What Your Child Will Learn</h2><h3 id="07f8e3c4-e49f-459c-bd1b-790c9749104f" data-toc-id="07f8e3c4-e49f-459c-bd1b-790c9749104f">Argumentative Writing Foundations</h3><ul><li>Distinguish argumentative writing from opinion and persuasive writing</li><li>Analyze debatable prompts to identify the two sides and determine which has stronger evidence</li><li>Find and evaluate credible sources using primary, secondary, and tertiary research</li><li>Take strategic notes from multiple sources, including facts, statistics, expert opinions, and research findings</li></ul><h3 id="db793d2e-1826-4d0c-a681-c8bcc8234f78" data-toc-id="db793d2e-1826-4d0c-a681-c8bcc8234f78">Strong Argumentative Paragraph Structure</h3><ul><li>Create engaging introductions with attention-grabbing hooks, necessary context, and clear claim statements</li><li>Organize evidence from multiple credible sources in logical patterns for maximum impact</li><li>Include counter-arguments and refutations to strengthen their position</li><li>Write powerful conclusions that emphasize what research has proven</li></ul><h3 id="cf1e1705-2cc0-4989-8322-020f4af11661" data-toc-id="cf1e1705-2cc0-4989-8322-020f4af11661">Research-Based Evidence and Elaboration</h3><ul><li>Cite credible sources properly with expert credentials and organizational authority</li><li>Use facts, statistics, case studies, and research findings to prove claims</li><li>Explain WHY evidence proves their claim through detailed examination</li><li>Address opposing viewpoints fairly and refute them with stronger evidence</li><li>Interpret data and show significance of research findings</li></ul><h3 id="e006f133-1338-4277-91a8-bfe5a70a0e95" data-toc-id="e006f133-1338-4277-91a8-bfe5a70a0e95">Revision and Editing Mastery</h3><ul><li>Apply the proven DELETE-ADD-REARRANGE-EXCHANGE method for dramatic writing improvement</li><li>Maintain objective, third-person tone throughout argumentative writing</li><li>Transform weak words into academic vocabulary</li><li>Convert passive voice to active voice for clearer, more authoritative writing</li><li>Eliminate personal opinions and replace with research-backed claims</li><li>Polish writing through systematic editing for capitalization, grammar, punctuation, and spelling</li></ul><h2 id="b5c1e127-0350-4ad7-a056-0882a3b727de" data-toc-id="b5c1e127-0350-4ad7-a056-0882a3b727de">Why Choose This Course</h2>✓ Research-Based Focus: Unlike basic writing courses, this teaches learners to prove claims using credible evidence rather than personal opinion✓ Critical Thinking Development: Students learn to evaluate sources, analyze data, and construct logical arguments✓ Real-World Application: Skills transfer directly to research papers, standardized test argumentative prompts, and oral debates✓ Systematic Structure: Each lesson builds methodically from source evaluation through final editing✓ Age-Appropriate Approach: Uses upper elementary research skills and accessible sources to make argumentative writing achievable and engaging<h2 id="b18c33d9-0d2e-4b2f-896e-1e0b3a5e0f07" data-toc-id="b18c33d9-0d2e-4b2f-896e-1e0b3a5e0f07">Perfect For</h2>✓ Homeschool families who want their learner to excel at research-based argumentative writing✓ Parents whose children struggle with using evidence to support claims✓ Teachers seeking a complete, structured argumentative writing curriculum✓ Learners preparing for standardized tests that require evidence-based writing✓ Advanced students ready to tackle sophisticated research and reasoning skills✓ Families who want their child to develop critical thinking through research-based writingYour learner's argumentative writing success story starts with their very next research-backed paragraph.

Is your learner struggling to write research-based arguments? Do they stare at blank pages when asked to prove a claim with evidence? You are not alone.

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