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Introduce students to the scientific writing process with this engaging Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) resource! Perfect for high school science classes, this lesson helps students understand the structure and purpose of scientific writing before applying it to real-world questions, lab investigations, or essential questions from your lessons. This resource provides a clear, student-friendly introduction to CER writing that builds confidence and critical thinking skills.
❤️ Teachers love how simple it is to introduce and reinforce CER with this structured, no-prep resource. Just print or upload—everything you need to teach scientific writing with clarity and ease is included.
❤️ Students gain confidence through guided practice. The step-by-step format makes scientific writing approachable and helps all learners succeed with Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning.
What's Included?
- Pre-lesson graphic organizer with an essential question and 3 supporting questions
- CER graphic organizer with explanation of each portion
- CER without explanation but more space in each portion
- Gallery Walk Peer Review Sheet for Students
How else can you use this resource?
- Homework for the weekend or over school break
- Online or in class
- This makes a great sub plan!
See what teachers like you are saying about these physics resources!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I teach my kids CER every year and this resource helped them to grasp the practice. They are able to practice claim evidence and reasoning this year with many subjects."
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "A great, reusable resource that helped my students keep on track while forming their arguments."
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Used this with my Physical Science & Physics kiddos! Great resource!"
✨ Want more no-prep CER activities?
Keep the writing momentum going all year long with my CER Prompt Journal!
It’s packed with ready-to-use Claim-Evidence-Reasoning tasks across multiple physics and physical science topics—perfect for bellringers, sub plans, assessments, and writing warm-ups.
No prep. Standards-based. Student-approved.
✨ Need a low-prep activity that works with any topic?
These open-ended Mind Maps are perfect for classwork, review, or sub days!
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Licensing Terms
This resource is licensed for single classroom use by the original purchaser.
One license = one teacher. Sharing beyond that requires the purchase of additional licenses.
If you are a school leader or instructional coach seeking transferable licenses to accommodate staff changes from year to year, contact me at liz@es-education.com for a custom quote.
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Description
Introduce students to the scientific writing process with this engaging Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) resource! Perfect for high school science classes, this lesson helps students understand the structure and purpose of scientific writing before applying it to real-world questions, lab investigations, or essential questions from your lessons. This resource provides a clear, student-friendly introduction to CER writing that builds confidence and critical thinking skills.
❤️ Teachers love how simple it is to introduce and reinforce CER with this structured, no-prep resource. Just print or upload—everything you need to teach scientific writing with clarity and ease is included.
❤️ Students gain confidence through guided practice. The step-by-step format makes scientific writing approachable and helps all learners succeed with Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning.
What's Included?
- Pre-lesson graphic organizer with an essential question and 3 supporting questions
- CER graphic organizer with explanation of each portion
- CER without explanation but more space in each portion
- Gallery Walk Peer Review Sheet for Students
How else can you use this resource?
- Homework for the weekend or over school break
- Online or in class
- This makes a great sub plan!
See what teachers like you are saying about these physics resources!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I teach my kids CER every year and this resource helped them to grasp the practice. They are able to practice claim evidence and reasoning this year with many subjects."
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "A great, reusable resource that helped my students keep on track while forming their arguments."
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Used this with my Physical Science & Physics kiddos! Great resource!"
✨ Want more no-prep CER activities?
Keep the writing momentum going all year long with my CER Prompt Journal!
It’s packed with ready-to-use Claim-Evidence-Reasoning tasks across multiple physics and physical science topics—perfect for bellringers, sub plans, assessments, and writing warm-ups.
No prep. Standards-based. Student-approved.
✨ Need a low-prep activity that works with any topic?
These open-ended Mind Maps are perfect for classwork, review, or sub days!
Having trouble with a file?
Visit the FAQ section, submit a help ticket, or ask a question in the Q&A tab before you leave feedback.
Get TpT credit for use on future purchases:
- Log into your TpT account
- Go to your 'My Purchases' page
- Click on the 'Provide Feedback' button
- Leave a rating and a short comment
You'll earn TpT credit that can be redeemed on future purchases!
Stay Connected & Get the Most from Your Purchase
Want more time-saving, high-quality science resources?
- Follow me on TpT to get instant updates on new products, sales, & freebies.
Join the conversation and see what’s new:
- Instagram: @liz.eseducation
- Facebook: Elizabeth Smith Education
✅ Open the “Terms of Use” PDF for full usage details and access to exclusive offers.
Licensing Terms
This resource is licensed for single classroom use by the original purchaser.
One license = one teacher. Sharing beyond that requires the purchase of additional licenses.
If you are a school leader or instructional coach seeking transferable licenses to accommodate staff changes from year to year, contact me at liz@es-education.com for a custom quote.
© Copyright Notice
No part of this resource may be posted publicly online in any format, including on unsecured personal or classroom websites or shared drives. Secure uploads for student access (e.g., password-protected LMS platforms) are allowed.
Copyright © ES Education LLC. All rights reserved.
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