Planning the introduction of a persuasive letter, using inspiration from a text
I can plan the introduction of a persuasive letter, using inspiration from the text ‘Front Desk’.
Planning the introduction of a persuasive letter, using inspiration from a text
I can plan the introduction of a persuasive letter, using inspiration from the text ‘Front Desk’.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The introduction must clearly communicate why the author is writing to the recipient.
- This persuasive letter is formal in tone.
- An introductory sentence indicates what the paragraph will be about.
- Information in the introduction should be kept general.
Common misconception
Pupils may try to include information in the introduction that is too specific.
'General information' is explicitly referred to throughout both learning cycles.
Keywords
Introduction - the first paragraph of a persuasive letter
Introductory sentence - states the purpose of the letter
General information - the most basic, necessary information
Linking sentence - links on to the next paragraph
Licence
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
assuming the reader’s opinion based on their character or position
when the writer flatters the reader
the use of facts or statistics to support an argument
when the writer threatens the reader in a subtle way
Exit quiz
6 Questions
the first paragraph of a persuasive letter
states the purpose of the paragraph
the most basic, necessary information
links on to the next paragraph