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Viewpoint and Persuasive Writing

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Practice persuasive writing skills in this thorough lesson. After selecting issues and discovering viewpoints, middle schoolers write letters or brochures created to express the individual's perspective. The ideas are presented to the rest of the group for evaluation or a debate.

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supporting details, details, Persuasive Writing, persuasion, persuasive arguments, debate, public speaking, diverse perspectives

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debate, opposition, persuade, oral presenation, Persuasive Writing, supporting facts and details, discussion viewpoints, english language arts
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Grade
5th - 10th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategies
Simulation
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Year
2002

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