Persuasive Writing convinces a reader of a stated opinion or belief.

Characteristics of Persuasive Writing stated position or belief (take a stand) factual support (facts to back up your opinion) logical argument (reasons) call to action (You should…)

Let’s Review What is persuasive writing? List the four characteristics of persuasive writing.

Examples of Ideas and Audiences for Persuasive Writing Obama or McCain for president? book bags to class sitting where you want in the cafeteria bringing students from other schools to the dances Do video games cause children to have violent tendencies? Parents Fellow students Teachers Principals Congress members The American public Barack Obama John McCain

Types of Persuasive Writing Friendly letters Commercials Business letters Advertisements Speeches Essays Jingles Petitions Posters Pamphlets

Friendly Letters There are five parts of a friendly letter. The date (center of page) Greeting (followed by a comma) Body Salutation (closing), Signature