This file is about persuasive writing.pptx

Learn how to write persuasive wirting.

1. Persuasive Writing Mr. Ashraf Allam

2. What’s Persuasive Writing? A type of writing that tries to convince the reader to do something or believe in something and change his mind regarding a certain topic. In this type of writing you take a position either for or against something.

3. Persuasive writing Opinion writing Argumentative writing What are other names for Persuasive Writing ?

4. We use persuasion every day in our life in many situations: To convince your father to buy you a new cell phone or a laptop To convince him to let you go with your friends on a trip To convince your mom allow you to watch TV and go to bed late on weekends Persuasion in our daily life

5. S tart with something catchy to attract the readers attention to the topic. I nclude a thesis statement (in which you state your opinion) at the end of the paragraph and support it with 3 key arguments which will be discussed in the body. Take one side and convince the reader with your opinion. (You can’t be on the fence) Summarize and paraphrase the main arguments and restate your opinion. Introduction Body Paragraph Conclusion Planning the Persuasive Writing Title Choose a title that’s catchy and interesting.

6. Writing Task Write a persuasive essay about the following topic. Many parents prevent their children from watching TV. Are you for or against this action?

7. Writing Steps 1) Choose a topic . Many parents prevent their children from watching TV. Are you for or against this action? 2) Pick one side. Be positive or negative about your topic. You must be either for or against. You can’t be on the fence. 3) Brainstorm your ideas. You can google it or read about it and choose three strong arguments. 4) Now Choose a catchy title for your topic. Can you imagine your life without TV? 5) Write an opening paragraph Include a hook, a thesis statement where you state your opinion and support it with key arguments. 6) Write the body paragraph . Use your main ideas you mentioned in your thesis statement and explain it more in the body. 7) Conclusion Summarize your points and give the reader something to think about or take an action.

8. Writing the Introduction Can you imagine your life without a TV? TV is almost available in every house and people spend . Some people argue that we should prevent children from watching TV. However , I believe that watching TV is beneficial for children in many ways. It acts as a good source of entertainment , generates interest toward sports and outdoor activities , and improves their language and emotional skills , and encourages them to improve their academic performance. Rhetorical Question Thesis statement f our key arguments catchy title

9. Writing the Body Paragraph Now it’s your time to write the body paragraph by developing the key arguments mention in the opening paragraph. Use linking and transitional words . From my point of view , watching TV has numerous benefits for our kids. To begin with , It is source of entertainment. Children watch variety of programs that keep them engaged, teach them new skills, and let them have fun. Moreover , it encourages them to watch sport shows and nourishes their love for outdoor activities. Furthermore , watching educational shows and programs improve their academic performance. Last but not least , watching language programs and movies enhances their language skills and improves it magnificently.

10. Writing the Conclusion In conclusion , watching TV entertains children, teaches them new skills, improves their language and school achievement, makes them outdoors enthusiast. Nevertheless , we need to choose the right TV shows for them, limit their watching time, and keep TVs away from their bedrooms. Are you still reluctant to let them watch TV? Go ahead! You won’t regret it. persuading the reader to take an action Summarize t he topic and restate your opinion .