1. Welcome to Writing Strategies! Presented by Ms. Williams
Persuasive Writing!
Welcome to Writing Strategies!
Presented by Ms. Williams

2. Think Quick! 60 seconds to find as many “writing” words as possiblej i n x b v z q f y u w
Set the timer for 60 seconds and let them have at it! There are 10 words in all: proofread, draft, dictionary, report, edit, write, essay, revise, conclusion, and thesaurus.

3. Class Rules Pay attention and actively participate
Save questions for Question Time
Do not raise your hand unless told to do so
Be respectful and polite to all participants

4. What is your favorite season? Why?
Icebreaker
What is your favorite season? Why? A. B.
If you feel brave enough, let students raise their hand and use the mic to explain why they like that season. C. D.

5. Objectives What will we learn today?
to state the writer’s opinion
to give reasons why the reader should agree
to convince the reader to take action

6. Persuasive Writing What is it?
A persuasive essay is one which tries to convince a reader to believe what the writer believes about a certain topic. It tells the writer’s opinion and why the reader should agree.
Write in your journal about something that you tried to persuade somebody to do!

7. Writing Structure What is included in a Persuasive Essay?
A Persuasive Essay will have the following:
An introduction—grab the reader’s attention and briefly tell what the essay is about
A body—develop three or more main points, each in a separate paragraph, with supporting details and a closing sentence. Also, try to anticipate the opposing argument, and refute it.
A conclusion—wrap up the topic and bring the essay to a satisfying close

8. Where do I Start?
If writing to a prompt, read it carefully to decide if it is a persuasive prompt. Look for words such as convince, argument, opinion, or persuade.
If writing out of personal conviction, choose a topic that is close to your heart and that you feel passionate about.

9. Plan the Essay
Organize your thoughts in a graphic organizer. Use the graphic organizer to make sure you have at least three solid arguments in favor of your position, and that each one is supported with evidence.
Application share the graphic organizer. Comp (writing to a persuasive prompt) uses the following prompt: “Some people think that television is bad for children. Should children be allowed to watch television? Write an essay in which you make an argument for either side of this question.” Discuss organizer, or go a step further and fill it out with student input and then do a quick save and file transfer it to them; they can use it to write their own essay later.

10. Question Time!
Students can raise hands to ask questions.

11. Outline and Draft An introduction—give your thesis statement
Use your graphic organizer to create an outline. The outline should include:
An introduction—give your thesis statement
Ex.: Children should be able to watch TV
Three paragraphs in the body—support your thesis
Ex.: 1) Children can see important people and their contributions first hand; 2) they can “visit” faraway places; 3) they can be exposed to things they wouldn’t otherwise learn.
A conclusion—tie it all together, give instructions if necessary
Ex.: Parents should allow monitored TV watching for their kids.
Next, use your outline to draft your essay!

12. FORBIDDEN WORDS and PHRASES
good bad get, got
Nice fun cool
used to put stupid
very really things
okay a lot cute
stuff all right alright
I think I believe I feel
Contractions slang terms

13. Revise!
Look at how you organized your essay, and at each paragraph. Does each paragraph have a topic sentence? Do all the sentences in the paragraph relate to the topic sentence? Does each paragraph in the body support your opinion in the introduction? Does the conclusion tie it all together and instruct the reader on what they should do now?

14. Finally, Proofread and Publish!
Check your essay for spelling mistakes, missing capitals, or grammar errors. Make it perfect!
“Do it right or Do it twice!”. Then give it to your shoulder mate for a second opinion.

15. Question Time!
Students can raise hands to answer questions.

16. Quiz Time! Let’s See What you Learned!
The purpose of a persuasive essay is to:
a. To inform and explain
b. To tell a story
c. To convince the reader of something
d. To summarize what you just read
Use polling features to answer.
#1) Answer: C

17. How many paragraphs are generally in the body of the essay? a. 5 b. 3
c. 1
d. 4
The introductory paragraph will state your thesis, or your position on the argument.
a. True
b. False
2, Answer: b 3, answer: a

18. A persuasive essay or letter can be directed toward the following people:
a. The teacher
b. Your parents
c. Politicians
d. All of the above
You paid attention through this lesson and are ready to write your essay!
a. True
b. False
4: d 5. a (hopefully)

19. All Done!

20. Let’s Celebrate! Pick one:
A B C D
Use polling features.

21. Here’s a Cheer for You! A. B. Plus 10 pts on an assignment!
An Alligator “Alright”! D. C.
An Owl Hoot!
A Cool Cat!

22. Assignment
Write a one page persuasive essay on why you should be given a free homework pass for a day.
30 Minutes
15 min- Organize ideas
15- Final Draft