Writing+Standards+for+Nonfiction+Social+Studies+and+Science

__**Writing Standards for Nonfiction Social Studies and Science:**__ __**Text Types and Purposes:**__ __**Research to Build and Present Knowledge:**__
 * The student must be able to:**
 * write informatived/explanatory pieces including narration of historical events or scientific procedures/experiments.
 * clearly introducing their topic, organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader catergories by including but not limited to: headings, graphics, charts, tables, and multimedia.
 * develope topic with relevant facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, and other supporting details.
 * correctly use transition words.
 * use appropriate vocabulary and words specific to science.
 * write in a formal style and include tone.
 * include a conclusion sentence/section that supports your paper.
 * The student must be able to:**
 * draw evidence from the text to support their research and reflection.