1. So what does an OREO have to do with persuasive paragraphs?

2. For persuasive writing, think of an OREO. Top Cookie: What is your goal? What is your opinion? Creamy Filling: The Sweet Stuff. Can you give reasons and examples to support the top cookie? Bottom Cookie: Looks a lot like the top cookie. Did you remind the reader of your opinion and call them to action?

3. OPINION REASONS & EXAMPLES OPINION Top Cookie Creamy Filling Bottom Cookie OREOOREO

4. The Best Vacation The best vacation is time spent at the beach. There are so many different things you can do at the beach. For instance, you can go swimming, collect seashells, build a sandcastle, or maybe even go jet skiing. In addition, the beach is a great place to relax. In fact, many people enjoy listening to the sound of the ocean while sunbathing on the shore. So, when you plan your next vacation, make sure that you consider a trip to the beach. What parts of the OREO do you see in this persuasive paragraph?

5. When you plan your next vacation, be sure to remember that the beach is your best choice. There are so many different things you can do at the beach. For instance, you can go swimming, collect seashells, build a sandcastle, or maybe even go jet skiing. In addition, the beach is a great place to relax. In fact, many people enjoy listening to the sound of the ocean while sunbathing on the shore. The best vacation is time spent at the beach. Persuasive Paragraph Opinion Reasons/Examples Opinion

6. Let’s have a go at OREO persuasion? What is your all-time favorite book? WHY? Think in 3’s! The media committee members at your school have decided that they are going to award a book title with the honor of being ‘Book of the Year.’ CONVINCE the committee why your favorite book should be recognized as Book of the Year.

7. One thing I know for sure is that if you’re looking for a book that should be Book of the Year, it’s The Red Pyramid! First of all, The Red Pyramid tells an action/adventure story about two siblings who barely know each other and team up to save the world form the evil Egyptian fire god Set! Plus, the thrilling story gives some background knowledge about all the Egyptian gods and goddesses. It even includes a few myths dealing with Egyptian nature. Finally, this book will keep you flipping the pages 514 times! The Red Pyramid should win the Book of the Year award. What parts of the OREO do you see in this persuasive paragraph? Opinion Reasons/Examples Opinion

8. Let’s have a go at OREO persuasion? THINK ___ Elementary School is a GREAT place to work and learn! However, all great things can be made better. TURN AND TALK Tell your elbow partner how you would make our school even better. Talk about the changes or additions you would make. WRITE!!!!!! Use the graphic organizer to help you write a persuasive paragraph to our principal convincing her to agree to make the school better by implementing your suggestions.

9. Let’s have a go at OREO persuasion? THINK What is your all-time favorite snack or treat? If you could persuade your teacher to bring in a snack for the class, what would it be? TURN AND TALK Tell your elbow partner what your treat is. Ask your partner why they like this treat? Listen to what reasons they share. WRITE!!!!!! Use the graphic organizer to help you write a persuasive paragraph.

10. The reason I say this is… Another reason is… For Example or for instance… This would look like… One thing I know for sure is… In fact… If…then…. Phrases that Add More…

11. One reason… First of all… The reason I say this is… Another thought to consider… Another reason… Not only…but… To begin with… I’ll be the first to admit… To start off… One thing I know for sure is… For example… For instance… In fact… One thing I know for sure is… There is no doubt that… All in all… For these reasons… OREOOREO