We have been working on a writing unit focused on persuasive writing. We began by identifying problems in our school and finding ways to address them through writing. Students made signs, wrote letters and sent emails. There as been quite a positive response to this unit!
Recently we have started looking at the word "persuade" and what this means in terms of writing. The children all thought of things they think they 'deserve' and came up with reasons why they should get those things. They developed mind maps and have started writing persuasive letters. Many of these letters are asking you as parents for things. Please know that they all have been told that just because they are writing doesn't necessarily mean they will get these things (nor do I expect you to give them!!) They have simply written why they feel they deserve them. You can respond how you feel appropriate. If you do not think your child deserves what he/she has written, tell him/her the reasons why. Thanks in advance for your support of this unit!!
Recently we have started looking at the word "persuade" and what this means in terms of writing. The children all thought of things they think they 'deserve' and came up with reasons why they should get those things. They developed mind maps and have started writing persuasive letters. Many of these letters are asking you as parents for things. Please know that they all have been told that just because they are writing doesn't necessarily mean they will get these things (nor do I expect you to give them!!) They have simply written why they feel they deserve them. You can respond how you feel appropriate. If you do not think your child deserves what he/she has written, tell him/her the reasons why. Thanks in advance for your support of this unit!!
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