1. Prompt Practice
Copy the prompt, underline the key words that reveal the topic, circle the audience (if indicated), and write down your purpose (to explain or persuade).

2. Thursday/Friday, January 9th/10th
Most of us have a particular place we like to go again and again. Think about a special place where you like to revisit. Now, explain why you enjoy going back to that special place.

3. Now, Let’s make a plan
Using a graphic organizer of your choice, make a thorough plan for the potential ideas, details, and examples for the previous prompt.
You will be given 13 minutes to plan.

4. Monday/Tuesday, January 13th/14th
Many students spend many hours watching television. Think about the positive and negative effects of watching television. Write to convince a newspaper editor whether students waste too much time watching television.

5. Tuesday/Wednesday, January 21st/22nd
Our world is far from perfect. Think about something you would like to change. Now, convince legislators to take action and promote this change.