1. How to Write a Conclusion to a Persuasive Essay
A step by step guide…By Mrs. Bahorski

2. Step One- Provide a restatement of your claim, but in different words
Start with a conclusive transition word. Examples are: In conclusion, All in all, etc.
Avoid the ultimate mistake….which is saying something like: “And now you know why….”
“These are the reasons why”
“So as you can see….”
Example…
Education has tried many changes over the years to improve students’ achievement, but if schools changed the time that students arrived, many students would benefit .

3. Step 2- Add a Counter Claim
Shoot down the opposing side with a statement that makes your opponents sound weak.
Think about those who would disagree with you. Make a statement that makes THEIR evidence sound bad.
Ideas on how to start..
“Sure, some think _____ but____”
“Some opponents may say ______ but in reality_____”
“ Those who disagree with _____ would say ____. However, this is wrong because______
“ It may be easy to think_____ but when you look at the facts,____”
“While it might be true that____, it’s more important to look at this:____”
“It’s often mistakenly thought that___. However, ______”

4. Step 3-Leave the reader with a warning, but keep it positive.
“ Our future could be brighter if only…..
“ The future (of wildlife, of our health, of education, etc..) would look so much more positive if only…
“All ______( students, animal lovers, etc…) could benefit from changing the way it is now to ( how you want it to be if you win your argument).”
“Change isn’t easy, but if _________stays the same, then ______.”