Evidence Needs a Sentence
Turn an evidence item into a sentence that identifies its source or value and links it to the claim.
Worked model: Evidence Needs a Sentence
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- 1Turn an evidence item into a sentence that identifies its source or value and links it to the claim
- 2Select evidence that answers this question, not merely an interesting detail
- 3Name the source, value or quotation precisely
- 4Explain how the selected evidence supports or challenges the claim
Claim: the liquid warmed. Evidence: the reading increased from 20 °C to 28 °C. Link: the later reading is 8 °C higher. The colour of the beaker does not support this claim.
Teach the move
Prepare · 5 minutes
Choose a question, a plausible claim and several possible evidence items.
- 1
Turn an evidence item into a sentence that identifies its source or value and links it to the claim.
- 2
Select evidence that answers this question, not merely an interesting detail.
- 3
Name the source, value or quotation precisely.
- 4
Explain how the selected evidence supports or challenges the claim.
EAL upgrade
Remove the evidence shortlist; learners locate their own relevant item.
Keep the subject challenge. Offer one model, visual or language prompt where needed, then check a fresh independent response.
Try it tomorrow
Choose a question, a plausible claim and several possible evidence items.
Turn an evidence item into a sentence that identifies its source or value and links it to the claim. Select evidence that answers this question, not merely an interesting detail.
Offer a second claim and ask which evidence belongs with it and why.
Remove the evidence shortlist; learners locate their own relevant item.
What to look for
Offer a second claim and ask which evidence belongs with it and why.
Teacher language
Adapt these prompts to the task and your learners.
Our purpose is: Turn an evidence item into a sentence that identifies its source or value and links it to the claim.
Which detail supports this claim, and how?
Try the new case on your own. Show the detail or reasoning that supports your answer.
Which support do you still need, and which part can you now do independently?
Across subjects
Maths: cite a worked value or counterexample. Humanities: identify a source detail and explain its relevance.
Adjust language support
Use a small word bank, visuals and partner rehearsal when needed. Extend with precise explanations and qualifications. Judge the support from the response to this task.