Many issues that arise within a community have opposing sides. By using the Tug of War routine, students can identify "tugs" for both sides of a dilemma.
As fifth graders began their Persuasive Writing Unit and examined different topics, they noticed evidence for and against an issue. Students read numerous article about zoos. They had to display their thinking for both sides of the argument "Should there be zoos?" Students then had a whole-class debate where students used their reasons to pick a side.
As fifth graders began their Persuasive Writing Unit and examined different topics, they noticed evidence for and against an issue. Students read numerous article about zoos. They had to display their thinking for both sides of the argument "Should there be zoos?" Students then had a whole-class debate where students used their reasons to pick a side.
| Students found it challenging to consider another viewpoint than their own. Fifth graders were able to demonstrate understanding of this critical thinking skill by using a variety of reasons to support both sides of the argument. |  |
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