Objective

By the end of this lesson, Leisline will be able to understand the key elements of persuasive writing and create a persuasive piece that effectively conveys her opinion on a chosen topic.

Materials and Prep

• Notebook or paper
• Pencil or pen
• Timer (optional)
• List of potential persuasive topics (to be created during the lesson)

Before the lesson, think about a few topics that Leisline is passionate about or interested in. This will help her choose a subject for her persuasive writing piece.

Activities

• Brainstorming Session:

  Start with a brainstorming session where Leisline can list topics she feels strongly about. Encourage her to think about issues in her daily life, her hobbies, or global issues she cares about.

• Understanding Persuasive Techniques:

  Discuss different persuasive techniques such as ethos (credibility), pathos (emotional appeal), and logos (logical argument). Leisline can create a chart in her notebook to summarize these techniques.

• Drafting a Persuasive Argument:

  Have Leisline choose one topic from her brainstorming session and draft a persuasive argument. Encourage her to include an introduction, supporting points, and a conclusion. Set a timer for 20 minutes to keep it fun and focused!

• Peer Review:

  After drafting, Leisline can read her persuasive piece aloud. You can act as her audience and provide constructive feedback. Ask her questions that will help her think critically about her argument.

• Final Edits:

  Based on the feedback, Leisline can make final edits to her persuasive piece. Encourage her to enhance her argument and ensure clarity and engagement.

Talking Points

• "Persuasive writing is all about convincing your reader to see things from your perspective. What do you feel strongly about?"
• "Think about the audience. Who are you trying to persuade? What arguments will resonate with them?"
• "Using ethos, pathos, and logos can strengthen your argument. Can you think of an example of each?"
• "What are the main points you want to make in your argument? How can you support them with evidence?"
• "Reading your piece aloud can help you catch any mistakes and see if your argument flows well. What do you think you could improve?"