Claim Evidence Reasoning (CER) Practice Scenarios | Scaffolded & Editable

Description

Looking for engaging, low-prep ways to help your students master Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER)? This CER practice resource includes 27 high-interest scenarios—12 non-scientific and 15 scientific—that guide students through the reasoning process step by step.

Whether you’re introducing CER for the first time or reinforcing it throughout the year, this resource is scaffolded to build student confidence and comprehension. Perfect for middle school or high school science and ELA classrooms!

Why Non-Scientific Scenarios? Starting with real-life, non-scientific situations helps students focus on the structure of CER without the pressure of complex science content. It builds confidence, improves reasoning skills, and makes the transition to scientific writing much smoother.

Use for bell ringers, stations, writing warm-ups, or test prep! A must-have for your CER toolkit.

Ready to make CER click for your students? Grab this editable, ready-to-use claim, evidence, and reasoning resource and build confident, evidence-backed thinkers in your classroom!

What’s included in this claim, evidence, and reasoning resource:

12 Non-Scientific Scenarios – great for introducing CER in a relatable, low-pressure way
15 Scientific Scenarios – aligned with NGSS-style thinking, data tables, and real-world application
Editable PowerPoint Slides – perfect for modeling, class discussions, or visual learners (includes directions to EASILY convert to Google slides)
Teacher Tips for Struggling Students – instructional strategies and support ideas
Fully Editable Files – customize to fit your curriculum or class needs

Why you’ll love this CER practice resource:

Scaffolded for Success: The gradual release model gives students repeated CER practice with growing independence
Engaging Variety: A mix of fun, everyday situations and rigorous science prompts keep students interested
Flexible Format: Use for bell ringers, stations, exit tickets, sub plans, or CER mini-lessons
Visual Support: PowerPoint included for direct instruction or guided practice

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