Lesson 1Identify persuasion in a text

This English today should only take half an hour. If the lesson is taking longer than that only read and magpie from one leaflet rather than both.

Persuasion is the action or process of convincing someone or of being persuaded to do or believe something you tell them.

This term we will be writing a persuasive leaflet to visit a city or state in the USA. Such as...“Mrs Paine

didn’t want to let us have extra break but we persuaded her that we should!"

Persuasion

When is persuasion used?

Now, can you think about the things the writers do with their words and writing to make them more persuasive?

Let’s start off by thinking about all the times when we see persuasion used...

Persuasion

When is persuasion used?How do writers make a text persuasive?

To try and sell somethingDiscounts

When you want someone to help

Military

To convince someone Of something

Newspapers

The NEWS

Politicians

Arguments/Debates

Facts

Rhetorical Questions

Interesting

Emotive Language

Slogans

Detailed

Command sentences

Convincing

Did you have any extra to these?

Alliteration

Opinion clear and one sided

Exaggeration

Statistics (number based facts)

Lists of 3 for emphasis of a point

Now read the following advertisements through in your best advertising voice! Think about which words need emphasising and why.

Great work! Now have another look at the articles and magpie some of the really good language. Use a circle map to show your magpied words/ phrases. Challenge: try to use the frame of reference around the edge to explain WHY they are persuasive. Clue: Think about what impact they are having on the reader.

Here’s an example of Miss Duncan’s in case you need any ideas or are not sure what it

looks like.

Magpied text/ words

Effective examplesWhy is that effective?

Lesson 2To consider the effect language choices have on the reader.

Yesterday we completed a circle map to help us understand what makes some language persuasive.

Remember!To persuade someone means you are trying to convince them. We are trying to convince the reader to do or believe what we want them to do.

We will be writing an advertisement for a location in the USA. So, we are trying to persuade (or convince) the person reading that they should visit where we are advertising.

The best way to persuade someone of something is to exaggerate what you are convincing them about.

Exaggerate means to make something sound better than it actually is.

The beautiful castle is a great photograph opportunity.

Becomes…

Enjoy the sight of the magnificent, dazzling castle,

the perfect opportunity to take some exquisite memory capturing photographs to

share with your loved ones.

The Disney Castle in Disneyland Paris

Enjoy the nice views of the Solent and busy city of Portsmouth from

the Spinnaker Tower.

Becomes…

Take in the breathtaking views of the captivating Solent and the splendid

sights of the buzzing city of Portsmouth from the spectacular

Spinnaker Tower.

The Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth

Now it’s your turn! Remember to use exaggeration to be more persuasive.

The busy city of New York is a good place to visit.

Write your own sentences but make it more persuasive than the sentence above!

Times Square New York City, USARemember to refer back to your circle map of how to make the places sound the best in the world

The Grand Canyon, Arizona, USA Now try this one! Remember you are persuading people why they should visit this place.

Hanalei Bay, Hawaii, USA Last one! Persuade me to visit this beach.

ChallengeWrite a persuasive paragraph about why this beach is so spectacular!

Lesson 3To consider the effect persuasive techniques have on its audience

Today we will be looking at some advertisement posters and packaging.

Make a list of the following features you can spot in the advertisements. →Alliteration→Rhetorical Questions→Command sentences→Slogans →Images/Logos

Think about the impact these features had on you when you first looked at them. Which is the most persuasive… why? What was the part that really swayed your vote?

Task Time!

Now you need to design an advert for a place you really love and persuade us to as well!

Share your finished posters with us on the google drive. We would love to see your work!

Don’t just tell us it is. Use persuasive tools and phrases to make us really believe we love it too.

Lesson 4To be able to use persuasive language in a debate

Today we would like you to have a debate with someone. You could get creative with how you debate, could could debate with someone in your house or over the phone or on video call.

First choose a debate topic and write a list of arguments for both sides of the debate to prepare yourself.

Then look at the next slide for some great persuasive language you could use when debating.

Debate TopicsTheme Parks vs Museums

Take away food vs Home cooked foodVideo games vs Reading a book

Use some of these sentence starters to make your arguments more persuasive.

Once you have had the debate with someone, write some notes answering these questions...

→ What arguments were most impactful and why?→ Who was most persuasive?→ Who won the debate and why?… then share your notes with your teacher on google drive.

Lesson 5To complete effective research about a location in the USA

You can choose one of the following locations in the USA;

→ New York → Orlando

→ Las Vegas

Today we are going to begin our research for our persuasive advertisements.

Even though facts about population are interesting they are not persuasive! So we do NOT want to use too much information like this in our advertisements.

TaskDraw a tree map and add information about your chosen location. Take a look at the example tree map to magpie subheadings. Then research information about each subheading. When you are researching online, think about what we have learnt about persuasion. What information would be useful to persuade someone to visit your chosen location.

There are some fact files about each location after the tree map to help you get started with your research.

Location

Food and drink landmarks geography other

New York Fact FileOne of the greatest cities in the world, New York is always a whirlwind of activity, with famous sites at every turn and never enough time to see them all. Some people come here to enjoy the Broadway shows; others come specifically to shop and dine; and many come simply to see the sites: the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, historic neighborhoods, and numerous world famous museums. Many of the best places to visit in New York are within walking distance of each other, or just a short ride away, making this city a delight for sightseeing.

Central Park

Top five Tourist attractions1. Statue of Liberty The Statue of Liberty was France's gift to America. Built in 1886, it remains a famous world symbol of freedom and one of the greatest American icons.2. Central ParkA walk, peddle, or carriage ride through the crisscrossing pathways of Central Park is a must-do on anyone's visit to New York City.3. 9/11 Memorial and Museum The World Trade Center's twin 110-story towers once dominated the Manhattan skyline but were destroyed on September 11, 2001, with a tragic loss of life. Where the two towers once stood, now stand two square reflecting pools.4. Broadway and the Theatre DistrictConsidered the pinnacle of American theater, this is the place to see the latest shows and the long-running classics. 5. Empire State BuildingOne of New York's most famous landmark buildings and key tourist attractions.

Statue of Liberty

GeographyThe geography of New York state varies widely. Most of New York is dominated by farms, forests, rivers, mountains, and lakes. New York is made of five districts. While Manhattan and Staten Island are islands, Brooklyn and Queens are geographically part of Long Island, and the Bronx is attached to the US mainland. The islands are linked by bridges, tunnels and ferries. Check here for helpful NYC maps and guides.

Food and DrinkWe know you have shopping and sight-seeing to do, but have you added “eating” to your New York itinerary? From famous foods such as pizza and bagels to local favorites, including falafel, you’ll find plenty to keep you occupied—and satisfied—as you sample the city’s best bites.

The cuisine of New York City comprises many cuisines belonging to various ethnic groups that have entered the United States through the city.

Orlando Fact FileOrlando, a city in central Florida, is home to more than a dozen theme parks. Chief among its claims to fame is Walt Disney World, comprised of parks like the Magic Kingdom and Epcot, as well as water parks. Another major destination, Universal Orlando, offers Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, with the Wizarding World of Harry Potter straddling both.

Top five Tourist attractions

1. Walt Disney World ParksWalt Disney World is Florida's most popular family attraction and has been for many years. 2. Universal Theme ParksUniversal Studios Florida is a combination theme park and working studio that was designed in consultation with Steven Spielberg to give visitors an interactive experience with the filmmaking industry.3. Kennedy Space CentreOne of the most popular day trips it gives people the unique opportunity to see one of NASA's best-known operations centers.4. Orlando Science CentreShowcases several branches of science from mechanics to biology and applied technology.5. Wet ‘n Wild One of Florida's first water parks, Wet 'N Wild contains enough fun and thrill rides to entertain people all day long.

GeographyThe biggest surprise to many visitors as they first arrive in Orlando, Florida is often the fact that a vast percentage of the area is not land, but water. The geography of Orlando is mostly wetlands, consisting of many lakes and swamps. The terrain is generally flat, making the land fairly low and wet.

Food and DrinkFood might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Orlando. Maybe it’s the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and wondering if they have a wandmaker on-site. But as the city continues to grow, so does the local food scene, and regardless of how much time you’ve spent here, it can be tough to keep track of where to eat and drink.The state of Florida is well known for its Orange Juice. There's no better way to start your day than with a refreshing, vitamin C-packed glass of OJ. Key lime pie is possibly the State's most famous creation. The best place to get it is in Key West.

Kennedy Space Centre Walt Disney World

Las Vegas Fact FileLas Vegas is an amazing, exciting, international travel destination! Over the years the city has offered internationally renowned entertainment including shows, food, excursions, and exhibitions etc. Casinos that continue to draw tourists to Las Vegas. From slots to high stakes table games in private salons, you'll find it here. But there's much more to Las Vegas than gambling. Weekend itinerary highlights attractions of a different sort, from the choreographed fountains at the Bellagio to the extravagant nightclubs, five star hotels, affluent suburbs, and Michelin-starred restaurants.

Las Vegas is also family-friendly. In an attempt to appeal to kids, the hotels have spent millions developing technically sophisticated indoor amusement rides and extensive alternative activities.

Top five Tourist attractions

1. The StripLas Vegas Boulevard, known as the Strip, is lined with huge entertainment palaces.The Strip is particularly impressive at night, when the city is illuminated by an endless succession of glittering neon signs.2. Grand CanyonThe Grand Canyon is a mile-deep gorge in northern Arizona. Scientists estimate the canyon may have formed 5 to 6 million years ago.3. Bellagio Resort and Fountain ShowA luxury hotel, with the most impressive and famous feature the fountain show. 4. Venetian Hotel and Gondola RidesInside is a themed shopping arcade built to resemble the city of Venice, complete with blue skies, canals, and gondoliers.5. Las Vegas Motor SpeedwayThe Las Vegas Motor Speedway is home to NASCAR races, as well as a number of other racing events.

Geography

Las Vegas is in the State of Nevada. It sits in a basin within the Mojave Desert and as such the area surrounding Las Vegas is dominated by desert vegetation and it is surrounded by dry mountain ranges.

Food and DrinkWhether you love or loathe Las Vegas, there’s no denying that it’s home to one of the most thrillingly diverse culinary scenes in the country. From boundless all-you-can-eat buffets to gourmet cuisine from around the globe, the restaurant scene in Vegas has evolved into one of the best in the USA.A Vegas cliche, but it’s one thing that Nevada has made its own. In 1959, the Golden Gate hotel-casino introduced the shrimp cocktail for fifty cents. It stayed fifty cents until 1991, and now costs $2.99.

Gondola Rides

The Strip

Grand Canyon