# Lesson 29: Write Persuasive Paragraphs

✍️ WRITING (40 Lessons) • 🟣 D. Functional Writing

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## Objective

I can write a persuasive paragraph that states a clear opinion, gives 2–3 convincing reasons with examples, uses linking words (because, for example, so, therefore), and ends with a short call to action.

## Materials

- Pencil and eraser, or tablet
- Tracing Pad (below)
- Optional: simple organizer (Opinion → Reasons → Example → Call to action)

Tip: Choose a topic you care about (longer recess, classroom plants, a reading corner). Passion makes persuasion stronger.

## Mini-lesson — What makes writing persuasive?

1. Opinion: Say what you think: Our class should have a reading corner.
2. Reasons (2–3): Explain why. Use because, so, therefore.
3. Examples/Evidence: Add proof: Studies show reading daily grows vocabulary. (Or simple class observations.)
4. Audience & Tone: Be respectful and positive.
5. Call to action: Ask the reader to do something: Let’s vote today.

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## Guided Practice — Trace, then plan your paragraph

Trace key words, then draft a persuasive paragraph (5–6 sentences) about adding a class reading corner:

- Key words: opinion, because, for example, therefore, vote
- Outline:
  1. Opinion: Our class should have a reading corner.
  2. Reason 1 + example
  3. Reason 2 + example
  4. Optional Reason 3 (short)
  5. Call to action: Let’s plan it this week.

Tracing Pad
Lines
Letter
Pen

## Drag & Drop — Build Persuasive Sentences

Drag the chips into the slots to make strong persuasive sentences. Keep punctuation at the end.

Our class should have a reading corner.
Because reading every day grows vocabulary students benefit.
For example a cozy space helps kids focus longer.
Therefore we should choose a corner by the window.
We will take turns so everyone gets time to read.
A reading corner would make our class calmer and happier.
First we can bring gently used books from home.
Next we could add pillows and a small rug.
Because books inspire imagination our writing improves too.
So please support starting a class reading corner this month.
Strong reasons and examples make opinions convincing.
Let us vote today to make this plan happen.

## Quick Check (15 questions)

#### 1) A persuasive paragraph must include…

a mystery to solve a clear opinion and reasons a list of rhyming words

#### 2) Which word best links a reason to an opinion?

suddenly yesterday because

#### 3) Which sentence states an opinion?

Our school should plant more trees. Trees are tall plants. Some trees are green.

#### 4) Pick the best reason for “We need a class pet.”

Pets exist in many homes. Caring for a pet teaches responsibility. I once saw a hamster.

#### 5) The call to action is the part that…

tells a joke repeats the title asks the reader to do something

#### 6) Which transition fits persuasion?

therefore meanwhile outside

#### 7) Choose the strongest support sentence.

Recess exists after lunch. A longer recess would help us return to class ready to learn. Recess is a word with six letters.

#### 8) Which best shows an example?

I like books. Books are objects. For example, reading 15 minutes nightly helped me finish a novel.

#### 9) Best closing for a persuasive paragraph:

Let’s start a class garden this spring! The sky is blue sometimes. I saw a garden on TV.

#### 10) If a sentence doesn’t support the opinion, you should…

make it longer remove it or revise it write it in all caps

#### 11) Which order works best?

Example → Call to action → Opinion Reasons → Opinion → Call to action Opinion → Reasons + Examples → Call to action

#### 12) Choose the best transition to finish a point:

so under beside

#### 13) Which sentence is most persuasive?

Homework exists in schools. Reducing homework on Fridays gives families time together and improves rest. Homework is five letters.

#### 14) An audience is…

a musical show a science experiment the people you want to convince

#### 15) Which closing asks for action?

Please vote to add a reading corner this week. Reading corners exist in libraries. I like chairs.

## Assessment (parent/teacher)

States a clear opinion Gives 2–3 reasons that directly support the opinion Adds examples/evidence for at least one reason Uses linking words (because, for example, so, therefore) Ends with a call to action

## Exit ticket (student)

😀 I can write a persuasive paragraph with reasons and examples 🙂 I need more practice adding examples 😅 I need help using linking words

#### I will practice…

Planning Opinion → Reasons → Examples → Call to action Using “because” and “for example” Reading aloud to check tone and flow
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