S--M—A—R—T—I—E—S

On-Demand Strategies

S – stories, anecdotesThe new math computer program has helped Jemma a great deal.

Who? How? or Why?What? Where?

The walking club has made Garrett healthier.Who?What?When?Where?How? or Why?

S – stories, anecdotes

(1)Time(2)Money(3)Health

M- math

M - Floor covering – tile vs. carpetTile is easier to keep clean.

M - Drinking water vs. sodaDrinking water is healthier than consuming sodas.

M - Ways to keep from getting a coldIf you think you’re getting a cold, you should take precautions.

M - Field trip Taking a field trip to Ashland would be better than going to Gatlinburg.

M - Celebrating 100th Day of SchoolWe could do some neat things without spending much money.

Benefits of walking

A-- authority

Students can learn more in an outdoor classroom.

A -- authority

A -- authorityMoney to made from school recycling program

Students should be taught keyboarding in 1st and 2nd grade.

A -- authority

A – authority

Preventative measures can help students stay well in winter.

A Nature Trail for the School

Students would be more excited about science class.

R -- reasons

R -- reasonsiPads for students to check outStudents would be smarter.

R -- reasons new books in the school libraryStudents would read more.

R -- reasons School storeOur school could make money.

R - reasons Class pet

Having a class pet could teach students responsibility.

T – topic sentencesFor opinion/argument pieces, your topic sentences will often be reasons.

I – information from research or a passage

We could make our school look more beautiful by . . .

E -examples

You can take care of your ears by avoiding loud noises whenever possible.

E – examples

E -- examples

A robot could make kids’ lives easier at school.

E -- examples

Many of our favorite foods are not good for us.

S - stepsSometimes you will be explaining a process to your readers.