Persuasive Writing

Persuasive Writing

Take a Stance 5th Grade!

What is a Persuasive Essay?

Persuasive essays discuss an issue It is the writer’s job to express an

opinion Through the expression of their

opinion, the writer will support their stance with solid details and

examples!

Paragraph 1 First sentence- HOOK! (one sentence) Give an opinion-Do you agree or

disagree?(one or two sentences) Briefly list your three reasons-(about two sentences)

Paragraph 2, 3 & 4 First sentence, Main point: Example- Cats are

easy to look after. Second sentence, Minor point 1: They are

very independent. Third Sentence, Minor point 2: Cats are very

clean and hygienic. Fourth Sentence, Minor point 3: Cats are very

intelligent. Your last sentence should be a transition to

the next paragraph to help keep reading smooth.

Conclusion Finish off with a conclusion (last

sentence). Restate each of your points.

Offer a solution to the problem or a compromise.

End the whole paper with a very well written sentence.

Make it something that they won't easily forget.

This is your opportunity to speak up on a topic that you believe strongly in!