Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to apply English language skills to write a persuasive piece about a beauty product, while also using basic math concepts to calculate costs, discounts, and profit margins related to beauty items.

Materials and Prep

• Notebook and pen/pencil
• Calculator (or use a calculator app on a phone)
• Access to a computer or tablet for research (optional)
• List of beauty products (real or fictional)
• Knowledge of basic math operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

Activities

• Beauty Product Research: The student will choose a beauty product they are interested in and conduct research about its benefits, ingredients, and target audience. This will help them understand the market and prepare for their persuasive writing.

• Writing a Persuasive Paragraph: Using the information gathered, the student will write a persuasive paragraph promoting their chosen beauty product. They should focus on appealing to emotions and using descriptive language to attract potential buyers.

• Math in Beauty: The student will create a simple budget for purchasing their beauty product, including the original price, any discounts, and the final cost. They will also calculate potential profits if they were to sell the product.

Talking Points

• "Why do you think people are drawn to certain beauty products? Is it the packaging, the ingredients, or the brand reputation?"
• "What are some persuasive techniques you can use in your writing? Think about emotional appeals or logical reasoning."
• "How can math help you in the beauty industry? Consider budgeting, pricing, and sales calculations."
• "What is the importance of knowing your target audience when promoting a product?"
• "Can you think of a time when you were persuaded to buy something? What influenced your decision?"
• "How do discounts affect consumer behavior? Are people more likely to buy something if they think they’re getting a deal?"
• "Why is it important to know the ingredients in beauty products? How can this affect your writing?"
• "What role does creativity play in both writing and math? Can you think of a way to combine both in your project?"
• "Have you ever created a budget for something? How did you decide what to spend and what to save?"
• "What are some ethical considerations in the beauty industry that you should be aware of when promoting a product?"
• "How can social media influence beauty trends and consumer choices?"
• "What are some common math formulas used in business? How could they apply to beauty products?"
• "Why is it important to practice persuasive writing skills? How can they help you in the future?"
• "How can understanding market trends improve your persuasive writing?"
• "What beauty products do you think are overrated or underrated? Why?"