9th Grade ELA (English Language Arts) - Part 3

Master Persuasive Reading and Critical Thinking — Essential Skills for 9th Grade and Beyond

ArgoPrep presents Book 3 of its 4-part 9th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) series, a deep dive into argumentative writing, rhetorical strategies, and media literacy. This workbook empowers students to critically analyze persuasive texts, identify logical fallacies, and evaluate credibility across multiple sources. Aligned with Next Generation Learning Standards, it equips learners with the analytical skills needed for success in both academic settings and real-world decision-making.

What’s Inside This Workbook?

This 250+ page workbook is organized into 5 weeks of advanced critical thinking content:

Topics Covered:

WEEK 11: Analyzing Argumentative Writing

• Day 1: Identifying Claims, Reasons, and Evidence in Arguments
• Day 2: Understanding Counterarguments and Rebuttals
• Day 3: Recognizing Logical Fallacies and Their Impact on Persuasion

WEEK 12: Rhetorical Appeals (Ethos, Pathos, Logos)

• Day 1: Identifying and Analyzing Ethos (Credibility and Trustworthiness)
• Day 2: Understanding Pathos (Emotional Appeals in Persuasion)
• Day 3: Evaluating Logos (Logical Reasoning and Evidence in Arguments)

WEEK 13: Analyzing Bias and Propaganda in Media

• Day 1: Identifying Bias and Objectivity in News Coverage
• Day 2: Recognizing Propaganda and Manipulative Techniques in Media
• Day 3: Evaluating Misinformation in Social Media, Satire, and Data Representation

WEEK 14: Synthesizing Information from Multiple Sources

• Day 1: Identifying Key Ideas Across Multiple Texts
• Day 2: Corroborating and Contrasting Different Perspectives
• Day 3: Recognizing Contradictions and Evaluating Source Reliability

WEEK 15: Understanding Satire and Irony

• Day 1: Identifying Types of Irony (Verbal, Situational, Dramatic)
• Day 2: Analyzing Satire and Social Criticism in Literature
• Day 3: Evaluating Satirical Techniques in Visual Media and Political Cartoons

Key Features:

• Master Persuasive & Argumentative Analysis
• Identify Bias, Propaganda, and Logical Fallacies
• SAT/ACT-Ready Skills in Critical Reading
• Diverse Texts Including Speeches, Media, and Satire
• Complete Answer Key with Explanations

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Perfect For:

• 9th Grade ELA students advancing in argumentative analysis
• Homeschool and hybrid learning programs
• SAT, ACT, and state exam readiness
• Students in enrichment or remedial programs