BRAINLIST INCLUDED! PLEASE HELP I AM NOT GOOD WITH WRITING THESE
• Write a persuasive letter that includes TWO facts to support your argument and acknowledges the opposition.
• Include your information sources with correctly formatted in-text citations and follow the letter-writing format.
What You Need to Do:
Choose a topic.
Take a position on your topic. Take a side agreeing or disagreeing with the topic.
Use 2 reasons to support your position on your topic.
Write a letter about that topic, following a standard letter format.
Include 2 facts and cite your sources.
Acknowledge the opposing argument and disprove it.
Letter Format:
• First Paragraph: Introduction that explains background information about your topic.
• Second Paragraph: One sentence that explains your position on the topic (CLAIM).
• Third Paragraph: TWO facts with citations to support your position (SUPPORT).
• Fourth Paragraph: Acknowledge the opposing argument and argue against it.
• Fifth Paragraph: Your “Call to Action” Who You Are Writing To: You will address your letter to someone that needs convincing of your position.
example 1: Write a letter to your school board to convince them of year-round school.
example 2: Write a letter to your Coach to convince him of an earlier practice time.
An Elected Official (Local leaders, Governor, Council members, Board Members, Congress, President, etc.)
School Leaders (Principal, Assistant Principal, Board Members)
Parents
Coach
