Planning the second argument of a persuasive letter about school uniform
I can plan the second argument of a persuasive letter about school uniform.
Planning the second argument of a persuasive letter about school uniform
I can plan the second argument of a persuasive letter about school uniform.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- A written argument tries to convince the reader of something using strong reasoning to support.
- The PEPS structure stands for: point, explanation, proof, summary.
- When we write a plan, we use notes.
Keywords
Argument - tries to convince the reader of something using strong reasoning to support
Point - a main idea or opinion that is justified with one reason
Explanation - giving reasons to help someone understand an opinion
Proof - the evidence used to support an opinion
Summary - will briefly recap the main point of an argument
Common misconception
Pupils may think that their second point can be similar or a continuation of their first point.
Teach pupils that the two points used as arguments in their persuasive lettter should be different and appeal to the reader in different ways.
Licence
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