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Writing Connection
Research & Write
Day 6
Relevant Information IDEAS
Display Relevant Information. Discuss the word relevant and its
connection to related or other, more-familiar words. Explain that relevant
information is information that relates to the main idea. State that good
writers include only relevant information to help readers understand the
main idea. Read aloud the list of information about bicycling safety.
It is important to be safe when bicycling.
• Many cities have laws
requiring bicyclists to
wear helmets.
• Wearing a reflective vest
when bicycling makes you
more visible to cars.
• Some people think that
wearing a helmet is
not important.
• Bicycling burns 300 calories
per hour.
• Wearing a helmet can help
prevent concussions.
(Wearing a helmet can help
prevent concussions.)
(Many cities have laws requiring
bicyclists to wear helmets.)
(Wearing a reflective vest when
bicycling makes you more visible
to cars.)
Explain that, if you wanted to write about your opinion that it is important
to be safe while bicycling, you would pick the most relevant information
from the list. Model selecting information to support your opinion. Say:
My opinion is that it is important to be safe while bicycling. I will include
the fact “Wearing a helmet can help prevent concussions” because
it supports my opinion. To complete the exercise, guide students in
selecting additional relevant information to include.
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