Persuasive Writing!Persuasive Writing!Welcome to Writing Strategies!

Presented by Ms. Mayberry

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Class RulesClass Rules1. Pay attention and

actively participate

2. Save questions for Question Time

3. Do not raise your hand unless told to do so

4. Be respectful and polite to all participants

IcebreakerIcebreakerLet’s Get to Know More about Each Other!

What is your favorite season? Why?

A. B.

C. D.

ObjectivesObjectivesWhat 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

CA StandardsCA StandardsAll CA students are expected to know:

• W.5.1.2 - Create multiple-paragraph expository compositions: a. establish a topic, important ideas, or events in sequence or chronological order b. provide details and transitional expressions that link one paragraph to another in a clear line of thought c. offer a concluding paragraph that summarizes important ideas and details

• W.5.1.6 - Edit and revise manuscripts to improve the meaning and focus of writing by adding, deleting, consolidating, clarifying, and rearranging words and sentences.

• W.5.2.4 - Write persuasive letters or compositions: a. state a clear position in support of a proposal b. support a position with relevant evidence c. follow a simple organizational pattern d. address reader concerns

Persuasive WritingPersuasive WritingWhat 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!

Writing StructureWriting StructureWhat 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

Where do I Start?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.

Plan the EssayPlan the EssayOrganize 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.

Question Time!Question Time!

Outline and DraftOutline and DraftUse your graphic organizer to create an outline. The outline should include:

• An introduction—give your thesis statementEx.: Children should be able to watch TV

• Three paragraphs in the body—support your thesisEx.: 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 necessaryEx.: Parents should allow monitored TV watching for their kids.

Next, use your outline to draft your essay!

Revise!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?

Finally,

Proofread and Publish!Proofread and Publish!

“Do it right or Do it twice!”. Then give it to your shoulder mate for a second opinion.

Check your essay for spelling mistakes, missing capitals, or grammar errors. Make it perfect!

Question Time!Question Time!

Quiz Time!Quiz Time!Let’s See What you Learned!

1. 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

2. How many paragraphs are generally in the body of the essay?a. 5b. 3c. 1d. 4

3. The introductory paragraph will state your thesis, or your position on the argument.a. Trueb. False

4. A persuasive essay or letter can be directed toward the following people:a. The teacherb. Your parentsc. Politiciansd. All of the above

5. You paid attention through this lesson and are ready to write your essay!a. Trueb. False

All Done!All Done!

Let’s Celebrate!Let’s Celebrate!Pick one:

AA BB CC DD

Here’s a Cheer for You!Here’s a Cheer for You!

An Alligator “Alright”!A Hippo High-Five!

An Owl Hoot! A Cool Cat!

A. B.

C. D.

HomeworkHomework• By now you should have completed the

following lessons on Six Traits of Writing: 5th Grade Writing Strategies

• Write a one page persuasive essay tonight on why you should be given a free homework pass for a day.

See you back next week to talk about Response to Literature!