Race Method

What is an example of a sentence starter when you are citing evidence (C) in R.A.C.E?

• This means.....

• Because of this....

• The author states.....

• In conclusion.....

What does the E in R.A.C.E. stand for?

• E-

  Educate the reader

• E-

  Effortful and meaningful response

• E-

  Explain your thinking

What is a sentence starter for the explain step (E) in R.A.C.E?

• This shows.....

• That is the end.

• Because......

Let's play R.A.C.E.!

David, Emma, and Scarlett are all ready to race, but they need your help. Can you tell us what the 'A' in R.A.C.E. stands for?

• A-

  Answer the question

• A-

  Attempt to read the question one more time

• A-

  And Try Your Best

What does the C stand for in RACE?

• Cites relevant evidence from the text to support conclusions and provides appropriate context

• Commentary explaining why answer is correct

• Cat ate my homework

• Cites relevant evidence from the text to provide appropriate context

What does the C stand for in RACER?

• convince the reader

• change the answer

• create your answer

• cite the evidence

What does "R" stand for in RACE?

• Really consider the evidence

• Restate the question

• Rethink your answer

• Revise your writing

What does "A" stand for in RACE?

• Answer the question

• Argue your point

• Ask a question

• Apply evidence

What does the "E" stand for in RACE?

• Explain your evidence

• Explain your question

• Expect a response

• Engage the reader

Why is it important to use a writing strategy like RACE?

• To organize your thoughts so people can easily understand your point

• To follow procedures

• To avoid creative writing

• So that you don't have to do research