With the increasing emphasis on persuasive and argumentative writing, the lessons and strategies in the sample unit are sure to prove valuable—whether you are new to or an experienced pro at teaching persuasive reading and writing.

Concepts

argumentative writing, persuasive arguments, persuasive techniques, persuasive text

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Create a class blog where writers can post their work

Classroom Considerations

• The unit is intentionally loosely structured so that teachers can modify the lessons and add their own materials and exercises

Pros

• The 75-page packet includes an introduction and overview, 16 brief lesson outlines, a list of the Common Core standards addressed by each lesson, samples for class members to critique, and suggested teaching strategies and activities for each session

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.9-10.2 RI.11-12.2 W.9-10.1.a W.11-12.1.a