Point, Evidence, Explain - PowerPoint

The educational resource 'Point, Evidence, Explain' (P.E.E) is a key framework used in English literacy to enhance reading and writing skills. This method is crucial for achieving success in English as it demonstrates a deep understanding of the text. P.E.E consists of three components: making a 'Point' about the text, finding 'Evidence' to support this point, and then providing an 'Explain' section to elaborate on what the evidence signifies. The use of P.E.E in assessed writing is fundamental; without it, students are unlikely to achieve a grade higher than level 4, as it shows a thorough engagement with the material.

In addition to understanding the P.E.E structure, the resource highlights the importance of using quotes correctly. Quotation marks are mandatory when citing text to indicate a direct quote. For instance, the line 'his neck is dark' can be used as evidence to support a point about a character's cleanliness. An example provided in the resource demonstrates how to apply the P.E.E method: the point is that 'Timothy Winters' dad is a heavy drinker', the evidence is the quote 'Old Man Winters likes his beer', and the explanation might be that Timothy's neglected appearance could be due to his father's alcoholism. This structured approach not only helps in writing analytically but also assists students in organising their thoughts and notes effectively.