the final paragraph of a non-fiction text

Planning and writing the conclusion of a persuasive letter, inspired by a text

English

Understanding the context of 'Front Desk'

Understanding the purpose, layout and features of a persuasive letter

Identifying linguistic features and persuasive techniques

Planning the introduction of a persuasive letter, using inspiration from a text

Writing the introduction of a persuasive letter, using inspiration from a text

Planning part one of the main body of a persuasive letter

Writing part one of the main body of a persuasive letter, inspired by a text

Planning part two of the main body of a persuasive letter

Writing part two of the main body of a persuasive letter, inspired by a text

Editing the main body of a persuasive letter, inspired by a text

Reading aloud a persuasive letter, inspired by a text

In 'Front Desk', pupils learnt about migration and explored themes of belonging and identity in the context of a realistic fiction novel. In 'The Empire Windrush: Diary Entry', pupils will learn about the Windrush as a significant event in British history and consider the impact and experience of migrants who travelled to Britain on the Empire Windrush.

In the prior unit, pupils were introduced to persuasive techniques and features found in persuasive letters. In this unit, pupils apply this knowledge to the context of the realistic fiction novel, 'Front Desk’.’

In this unit, pupils take inspiration from a scene in the text 'Front Desk' to write a persuasive letter to elected councillors. They build up persuasive writing skills, including flattery, presumption, evidence and veiled threat. Pupils apply a variety of conventions of formal letter writing.

'Front Desk': persuasive letter writing

the first paragraph that encourages the reader to read on.

paragraphs of specific information related to an aspect of the subject.

the final paragraph that summarises the key information of the text.

the first paragraph that encourages the reader to read on

gives specific information related to an aspect of the topic

the last paragraph that summarises the key information

Match the parts of a persuasive letter to their purposes.

Which of these is **not** an example of a cohesive device?

Order the parts of a conclusion paragraph.

The first paragraph of a persuasive letter is called the ...

types of words and language that a writer chooses carefully

a writing structure used to convince the reader to change their mind

a sentence starter followed by a comma that's formal in tone

a sentence starter that joins a cause to its effect

a sentence starter that gives the writer’s point of view

Match each type of fronted adverbial to its definition.

happens because of another event or action

a happening, occurrence or thing that takes place

Match each term to the correct definition.

'As a result,' and 'Consequently,' are examples of which type of fronted adverbial?

'This playground will offer a huge range of physical and mental health benefits.' Which tense is this sentence written in?

Starter Quiz

The first paragraph of a persuasive letter is called the ...