Planning part one of the main body of a persuasive letter
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can plan the first main body paragraph of a persuasive letter, inspired by a text.
Key learning points
- An introductory sentence indicates what the paragraph will be about.
- The purpose of the main body paragraph is to specifically detail key persuasive arguments.
- Points backed up by evidence, statistics, quotes or anecdotes are more effective.
- Writing clearly and cohesively is a vital element of persuasion.
Keywords
Main body - paragraphs which include key persuasive arguments
Specific information - clear, exact and particular information
Physical health - the healthy functioning of the body
Mental health - the healthy functioning of the mind
Common misconception
Pupils may mix up physical and mental health benefits, leading to an unclear argument in the main body paragraph.
The first learning cycle task involves pupils categorising key arguments across the two main body paragraphs.
Teacher tip
Encourage pupils to do their own research to find evidence to support the importance of physical activity. This might be online or in the school or local library.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Put the sections of our persuasive letter in the correct order.
Q2.Select the correct definition of 'general information'.
Q3.Select the correct definition of 'specific information'.
Q4.Match the sections of a persuasive letter to their functions.
states the letter's purpose
explores key persuasive points in detail, backed up by evidence
summarises the key information of the letter and outlines next steps
Q5.The tone of a persuasive letter should be ...
Q6.Which of the following are examples of persuasive techniques?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match these keywords to their definitions.
paragraphs which include key persuasive arguments
clear, exact and particular information
the healthy functioning of the body
the healthy functioning of the mind
Q2.Select the purpose of the main body paragraphs.
Q3.Specific information is __________ and __________.
Q4.Put these key parts of a main body paragraph in the correct order.
Q5.Match these key parts of a main body paragraph to their functions.
states the main argument of the paragraph
adds further explanation and evidence to support the point
links to the next paragraph
Q6.Select the key features of a plan.
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To help you plan your 5 English lesson on: Planning part one of the main body of a persuasive letter, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
We use learning cycles to break down learning into key concepts or ideas linked to the learning outcome. Each learning cycle features explanations with checks for understanding and practice tasks with feedback. All of this is found in our slide decks, ready for you to download and edit. The practice tasks are also available as printable worksheets and some lessons have additional materials with extra material you might need for teaching the lesson.
The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
Our video is a tool for planning, showing how other teachers might teach the lesson, offering helpful tips, modelled explanations and inspiration for your own delivery in the classroom. Plus, you can set it as homework or revision for pupils and keep their learning on track by sharing an online pupil version of this lesson.
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