Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a 
topic and convey ideas and information clearly.

a. Introduce a topic clearly, provide a general 
observation and focus, and group related 
information logically; include formatting (e.g., 
headings), illustrations, and multimedia when 
useful to aiding comprehension.

b. Develop the topic with facts, definitions, 
concrete details, quotations, or other 
information and examples related to the topic.

c. Link ideas within and across categories of 
information using words, phrases, and clauses 
(e.g., in contrast, especially).

d. Use precise language and domain-specific 
vocabulary to inform about or explain the 
topic.

e. Provide a concluding statement or section 
related to the information or explanation presented.

Nearpod might be used in some of the classes to provide additional information on the civil rights activists.
The research articles we will be reading will come from Education.com and Super Teachers Worksheets.