1. 10th Grade English Monday 3 Mar. 2014
Agenda:
Finish Composing Final Persuasive Essay
Proofread and Edit Essay
Finish Forecasting
Mini-Lesson on Apostrophes and Contractions
Homework:
Have mom/dad/guardian sign forecasting form.

2. Persuasive Essay Prompt
Recently, a citizen’s group proposed a change to the rules for obtaining a driver’s license. The group has proposed that high school students have at least a “B” average in order to get a driver’s license. Take a position on this proposal. Write a letter to the editor of your local paper to persuade voters to agree with your position.

3. Introduction Learning Targets
I can select my favorite type of introduction and use it on the HSPE Persuasive Essay.
I can craft 5-7 sentences that clearly demonstrate my introduction style.
I can craft a thesis with my clearly stated position and my 3 points to prove it.

4. Learning Targets for Persuasive Body Paragraphs 1 and 2
I can craft a topic sentence that includes my arguable point and how I will prove that point in the paragraph.
I can craft a fake quote or statistic that supports my thesis statement.
I can craft a rhetorical question that persuades the reader to agree with my position.
I can craft a hypothetical example that demonstrates why my opinion is correct.

5. Learning Targets for Persuasive Body Paragraph #3
I can brainstorm one point that the opposition might bring up to prove their opinion is true.
I can decide what their point fails to consider/acknowledge/ or prove .
I can point out detailed problems in the opposition’s viewpoint.
I can offer a solution that works as a compromise between our two ways of thinking.

6. Conclusion Learning Targets
I can begin with an advanced transition word.
I can restate my thesis.
I can summarize each point I made in one sentence per point.
I can use transitional phrases that help my writing flow from point to point.
I can end with a call to action.