Planning part one of the main body of a persuasive letter
I can plan the first main body paragraph of a persuasive letter, inspired by a text.
Planning part one of the main body of a persuasive letter
I can plan the first main body paragraph of a persuasive letter, inspired by a text.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- An introductory sentence indicates what the paragraph will be about.
- The purpose of the main body paragraph is to specifically detail key persuasive arguments.
- Points backed up by evidence, statistics, quotes or anecdotes are more effective.
- Writing clearly and cohesively is a vital element of persuasion.
Common misconception
Pupils may mix up physical and mental health benefits, leading to an unclear argument in the main body paragraph.
The first learning cycle task involves pupils categorising key arguments across the two main body paragraphs.
Keywords
Main body - paragraphs which include key persuasive arguments
Specific information - clear, exact and particular information
Physical health - the healthy functioning of the body
Mental health - the healthy functioning of the mind
Licence
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
states the letter's purpose
explores key persuasive points in detail, backed up by evidence
summarises the key information of the letter and outlines next steps
Exit quiz
6 Questions
paragraphs which include key persuasive arguments
clear, exact and particular information
the healthy functioning of the body
the healthy functioning of the mind
states the main argument of the paragraph
adds further explanation and evidence to support the point
links to the next paragraph