Last week, our class worked in teams to develop a debate argument for a topic from The Tiger Rising.  Discussion teams had to work together to choose a position, and select specific evidence from the text to support their claim.  Looking for debatable ideas in our books are great ways to engage in deeper conversation, and raise the level of comprehension.

Working together to choose a position

Listing ideas for both positions before making a choice

Searching for evidence to support their claim

Constructing their argument

Constructing their argument