Convince me! Challenge scholars to write a persuasive argument for extra recess, no homework, or a topic of their choice. 

Concepts

persuasive arguments, essay writing, Persuasive Writing, Writing, Writing Prompts, prompt writing, substitute teachers

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Allow learners to choose one of four prompts to complete
• As a class, brainstorm additional persuasive arguments for those in need of assistance coming up with their own 
• Prior to writing, conduct an informal debate using one prompt

Classroom Considerations

• Requires copies—the amount depends on whether you choose to implement one, some, or all writing prompts 
• Pupils should be familiar with how to write a persuasive essay 
• The third prompt only mentions parents, not guardians 
• The worksheets are the seventh resource in a series of eight created as part of a fourth grade substitute lesson plan 

Pros

• Provides plenty of space for pupils to write 
• Topics offer variety and encourages critical thinking 
• A design creates a polished look to a completed writing assignment 

Cons

• None

Common Core

W.4.4