Persuasive Writing
1. Persuasive writing is more than just using your opinions to influence somebody's thoughts and actions; it's using FACTS and EVIDENCE in a way that convinces them to side with your beliefs.
2. Open the 209_faechners_persuasive_writing_how_to.pdf below. This document breaks down the structure of a 3 paragraph persuasive essay sentence-by-sentence and works to guide you through the writing process. You CAN choose to write a five paragraph essay if you feel you need more time to state your reasoning and persuade readers using evidence. If you choose to do this, you will have 3 body paragrphs insead of 1 between your into (first paragraph) and conclusion (final paragraph).
3. Choose a topic for your persuasive writing using ProCon.org. This website lists hundreds of current pro/con topics.
4. When finished writing your essay, proof read it OUT LOUD to make sure your sentences are all clear and easy to understand. It's better to have short, clear sentences than sentences that drag on and get more wordy than natural conversations.
ALSO...Have one other person proof read your essay. Make changes to any sentences they find confusing, and correct any errors that they spot in your writing style.
Proofing makes YOU a better writer!
MAKE SURE YOUR ESSAY HAS A PROPER HEADER:
First Last Name
Assignment Name
Class name
Date
MAKE SURE YOUR ESSAY HAS A TITLE:
Short and clear, centered on the line directly above your first paragraph's first sentence...no empty line between. Title is NOT underlined, in quotes, or italicized.
ENTIRE ESSAY (including header and title) is Times New Roman, Size 12 font, double spaced.
5. After proofing your own essay and letting at least one other reader proof it, turn in your finished essay to Mrs. Marcell.
If it is written on Google Drive, simply SHARE the document with her: kimberly_marcell@gfps.k12.mt.us
OR
If it is written in another computer program email it to kimberly_marcell@gfps.k12.mt.us
Once Mrs. Marcell has received and graded this essay, you will receive 2 units for this assignment.
2. Open the 209_faechners_persuasive_writing_how_to.pdf below. This document breaks down the structure of a 3 paragraph persuasive essay sentence-by-sentence and works to guide you through the writing process. You CAN choose to write a five paragraph essay if you feel you need more time to state your reasoning and persuade readers using evidence. If you choose to do this, you will have 3 body paragrphs insead of 1 between your into (first paragraph) and conclusion (final paragraph).
3. Choose a topic for your persuasive writing using ProCon.org. This website lists hundreds of current pro/con topics.
- Choose a topic that you feel passionately about.
- Choose whether your are PRO - Supporting/Yes or CON - Opposing/No on the topic you choose.
- Click into the topic you choose on ProCon.org and look at the facts and research that support the side you are taking...use that information to help you persuade your readers in your essay! Give them reasons why you are right!
4. When finished writing your essay, proof read it OUT LOUD to make sure your sentences are all clear and easy to understand. It's better to have short, clear sentences than sentences that drag on and get more wordy than natural conversations.
ALSO...Have one other person proof read your essay. Make changes to any sentences they find confusing, and correct any errors that they spot in your writing style.
Proofing makes YOU a better writer!
MAKE SURE YOUR ESSAY HAS A PROPER HEADER:
First Last Name
Assignment Name
Class name
Date
MAKE SURE YOUR ESSAY HAS A TITLE:
Short and clear, centered on the line directly above your first paragraph's first sentence...no empty line between. Title is NOT underlined, in quotes, or italicized.
ENTIRE ESSAY (including header and title) is Times New Roman, Size 12 font, double spaced.
5. After proofing your own essay and letting at least one other reader proof it, turn in your finished essay to Mrs. Marcell.
If it is written on Google Drive, simply SHARE the document with her: kimberly_marcell@gfps.k12.mt.us
OR
If it is written in another computer program email it to kimberly_marcell@gfps.k12.mt.us
Once Mrs. Marcell has received and graded this essay, you will receive 2 units for this assignment.
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Contact Mrs. Marcell via email with any questions,
or to submit homework photos / assignments.
kimberly_marcell@gfps.k12.mt.us
or to submit homework photos / assignments.
kimberly_marcell@gfps.k12.mt.us