How do you write well-organized paragraph responses that include text evidence? The answer is simple: CER!

CER Paragraphs

CER Example

Here’s an example CER Paragraph based on the memoir “Coming into Language” by Jimmy Santiago Baca.

Question: How does Baca use figurative language to show how learning to read saved him?

CER Example Paragraph

More CER!

Get the expanded content in the Super ELA! teaching resources available at TPT.

Elements of the Essay Notes
The Quote Sandwich

Write Strong Body Paragraphs with PEEL
Passive Voice vs. Active Voice
Types of Claims
CER Paragraphs
Elements of Argumentative Essays

The Cave of Ancient Echoes

Welcome to Pronouns Quest! Deep within this mystical cave, the correct usage of subject, object, and possessive pronouns will guide you through the chambers. Identify the correct use of pronouns missing from in the cave’s echoes, and you will escape the labyrinth of tunnels before you.

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Library of Grammaria

Welcome to Nouns Quest, where you embark on a journey to uncover lost artifacts hidden within the ancient Library of Grammaria. Each artifact represents a different type of noun—common or proper. Your mission is to find and categorize these nouns to unlock the secret chamber and escape the library.

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Enchanted Grammar Garden

Welcome to Verbs Quest, an online adventure where you delve into the realms of action and linking verbs to unravel the secrets of the Enchanted Grammar Garden. Your mission is to restore statues to two distinct realms—one representing action verbs and the other linking verbs—to escape from this mystical garden.

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