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* * * * * * * * * * * * * We will write a persuasive essay. Learning Objective: CFU: What are we going to write? P/S;NV You know from experience that people do not always agree on the same issues. You want a new cell phone. . . but your parents do not think you should have one. APK: Think about one reason you would give your parents to argue your point of view. A’s explain to B’s your reason to have a cell phone. B’s describe to A’s another reason to have a cell phone. CFU: Select NV to share; You already know how to use reasons to persuade others to agree with your point of view. Now, we will use this type of thinking to write a persuasive essay. Your words can make things happen! Persuasive writing is about convincing readers to believe as you do about an issue that is important to you. Not only can you change readers’ minds, you can influence them to take action and make the world a better place. Importance: CFU: Share with your partner why being able to write a persuasive is important? Are there any other reasons? P/S;NV Concept: A persuasive essay is a type of formal writing used to convince readers to think or act a certain way. CFU: A’s tell B’s, what is a persuasive essay? B’s share with A’s what is one item a persuasive essay must have? PS, WB, NV so A persuasive essay must: identify an issue and take a clear position in it; provide reasons and evidence that support your position; address possible reader concerns including counterarguments; include a closing statement. Example: Licensing pets has benefits for both you and your pet. Example: Thousands of pets are lost every year. Example: Many people believe licensing is too expensive, but it only costs about twelve dollars per year. Example: Clearly, licensing pets is a win-win idea for both pets and their owners. Skill Development: Prompt Brainstorm Your principal is thinking about purchasing lockers for your school site. Do you think lockers will improve the learning environmen