This resource is a printable step by step instructional practice guide for students on answering constructed response questions using "The Writing R.A.T.S." method.In the past, I saw students cringe when the words written response, finding examples, and citing evidence were mentioned in class. Therefore, "The Writing R.A.T.S. strategy was born. R stands for Restate, A for Answer, T for Track Down examples (1,2,3), and S for summarize. I also teach my students how to draw a simple, graphic orga