Give students regular practice in authentic, argumentative writing with engaging prompts crafted by teachers like you.
Around the world, young people are speaking up and demanding change on issues from climate change to gun violence to social inequality. What is the most effective method for creating change?
The US criminal justice system, from the courts to policing, does not serve everyone equally. Politicians and activists believe in different ways to improve it. What is the best way to seek out reform?
People on the US coastlines are facing excessive impacts of flooding caused by rising sea levels and warming temperatures. What is the most effective way to protect these communities?
Is graffiti art or vandalism? The city of Covina is preparing to write a position statement on whether graffiti is an art form, or whether it is vandalism.
Cell phones are everywhere; but do they help or hinder students' ability to learn in school? Write a letter to the principal that argues whether students should or should not be allowed cell phone use in class.
Using the sources provided, argue whether or not the American Association of Pediatrics should keep the recommended two-hour limit of daily screen time for teenagers or eliminate it.
