Analyzing Text with Citing Evidence

Turn readers into evidence-finding detectives. Students learn how to preview and annotate, highlight wisely, circle vocabulary, and write margin notes; identify main ideas and key details; and choose strong evidence (quotes, paraphrases, summaries) to support claims. The guide models smooth quote integration with signal phrases, ellipses, and brackets, and teaches entry-level MLA in-text citations and Works Cited basics. Includes step-by-step examples, practice drills, and printable templates (Summary Builder, Paraphrasing worksheet, Quote Correctly, citation quick guides) for independent work or mini-lessons in Grade 6.