Common Core State Standards

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

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

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.

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

Provide a concluding statement or section related to the opinion presented.

Link opinion and reasons using words, phrases, and clauses (e.g., consequently,specifically).

Provide logically ordered reasons that are supported by facts and details.

Introduce a topic or text clearly, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure in which ideas are logically grouped to support the writer's purpose.

Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons and information.

Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, using formal English when appropriate to task and situation. (See grade 5 Language standards 1 and 3 here for specific expectations.)