Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) - Grade 2
A worksheet to help second graders understand and practice making claims, supporting them with evidence, and explaining their reasoning.
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Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) Practice
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Read each question carefully. Make a CLAIM, find EVIDENCE to support your claim, and explain your REASONING. Use the picture to help you.
Look at the picture below. Which way do you think the wind is blowing?
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A cat is sitting by a bowl of milk. After a few minutes, the bowl is empty. What do you think happened to the milk?
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You see a puddle on the sidewalk in the morning. By afternoon, the puddle is gone. What made the puddle disappear?
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What is the most important part of making a good scientific claim?