Persuasive Writing for Kids - Episode 2: Brainstorming Topics
2 min3rd4th5thReading & Writing (ELA)
Summary
How to brainstorm persuasive topics -- issues you feel strongly about and can argue with real reasons.
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
The best persuasive topics are ones you care about and can defend.
- What makes a strong persuasive topic?
- Why do you need reasons, not just strong feelings?
- What is a change you'd argue for at school or home?
Quick work-a-long
Words to know: brainstorm, issue, argue
- List three things you'd like to change and could argue for.
- Pick the one with the most reasons behind it.