Persuasive+Writing

What do you think about this idea? Write to convince a reader of your opinions. **Think about: •** if you agree or disagree or see both sides of the argument • an introduction–a way to introduce your ideas clearly saying what you think about the topic • your opinions–with reasons or evidence that explain them • a conclusion–a summary of the main points of your argument. **Remember to:** • plan your writing • write in sentences • pay attention to your spelling and punctuation • choose your words carefully to convince a reader of your opinions • use a new paragraph for each new idea • check and edit your writing so that it is clear for a reader.
 * Books or TV** **Reading books is better than watching TV.**



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**Home work should be banned** What do you think about this idea? Do you agree or disagree? Perhaps you can think of ideas for both sides. Write to convince a reader of your opinions. **Think about: Starting with an introduction –** a way to introduce your ideas by clearly saying what you think about the topic **Give your opinions and reasons -** support your reasons with evidence **Finish with a conclusion -** a summary of the main points of your argument. **Remember to:** plan your writing before you start. Write in sentences; pay attention to punctuation and spelling; choose your words carefully to convince a reader; use a paragraph for each new idea; check and edit your writing so that it is clear for the reader. 