Claim, Evidence, Reasoning for 3rd Graders

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement that something is true or false. For example, 'Eating lower amounts of sugar is good for your health.'

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What is evidence?

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Evidence is information or facts that support a claim. For example, 'Research shows that spending more than two hours per day using an electronic device can cause problems with kids' ability to focus.'

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What is reasoning?

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Reasoning explains why the evidence supports the claim. For example, 'If kids have a hard time focusing, it can affect their progress in school.'

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Why are claims important?

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Claims are important because they help us express our ideas and opinions clearly.

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How does evidence support a claim?

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Evidence provides the facts or data that back up a claim, making it stronger.

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What is the purpose of reasoning?

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Reasoning connects the evidence to the claim, explaining how the evidence supports it.

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Can a claim be true or false?

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Yes, a claim can be true or false depending on the evidence that supports it.

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What is an example of a claim?

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An example of a claim is 'Too much time on electronic devices is not good for children.'

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What is an example of evidence?

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An example of evidence is 'Research shows that kids who play outside more often are healthier.'

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What is an example of reasoning?

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An example of reasoning is 'If kids play outside, they get exercise, which helps them stay healthy.'