The Power of Persuasion · Spring Term

Writing Persuasive Letters/Emails

Drafting persuasive communications to advocate for a cause or express an opinion to a specific audience.

Key Questions

  1. Analyze how the target audience influences the tone and content of a persuasive letter.
  2. Construct a persuasive letter to a local official about a community issue.
  3. Critique a persuasive email for its clarity, conciseness, and effectiveness.

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Exploring and UsingNCCA: Primary - Communicating
Class/Year: 3rd Class
Subject: Voices and Visions: Literacy in 3rd Class
Unit: The Power of Persuasion
Period: Spring Term

Suggested Methodologies

RAFT Writing

Creative writing from a specific Role, Audience, Format, Topic

25–45 min

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Town Hall Meeting

Community meeting simulation with stakeholder roles

35–55 min

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