1. Persuasion
WEEK ONE
January 5-9, 2014

2. Monday I can plan and write a persuasive argument.
Procedure:
Teacher Feature: Transitions Video
Quick Write 3.1
Topic: If space travel was available to everyone, would you travel through space? Give three reasons to support your opinion.
Power Point: The Bing, the Bang, and the Boom!

3. The Bing, The Bang, and The Boom!
The Five-Paragraph Essay

4. Did you say FIVE paragraphs?

5. Yes!
It’s easy with
the bing, the bang,
and the boom!
Let’s see how it works!

6. An essay is a group of paragraphs relating to one main idea
An essay is a group of paragraphs relating to one main idea. The bing, the bang, and the boom is a method for organizing your thoughts when you write an essay.

7. (the bing, the bang, the boom)
Introduction
(the bing, the bang, the boom)
Paragraph Two – The BING
Paragraph Three – The BANG
Paragraph Four – The BOOM
Conclusion

8. Let’s create a real essay using the bing, the bang, and the boom pattern as our guide. It’s easy!

9. Introduction (The bing, the bang, the boom)
Of all the holidays throughout the year, the Fourth of July is my favorite. I like the Fourth of July because we always have good food to eat, because we spend time with family, and especially because we watch colorful fireworks. In my opinion, the Fourth of July is truly the best holiday.
Make sure students notice that the introduction includes all three reasons
Stress the color coding.

10. Paragraph Two – The BING
First of all, my mom cooks the best food on the Fourth of July. We always have spicy, sweet barbequed ribs or chicken. My sister’s yearly request is golden corn on the cob dripping with butter. My dad must have creamy potato salad. However, my favorite item comes at the end of the meal—juicy, red watermelon. Yes, the Fourth of July meal is the best.

11. Paragraph Three – The BANG
Next, it is always fun when my family gets together on the Fourth of July. Each holiday my uncles and aunts bring their families to our house. In the morning we usually go swimming in the lake behind our house or ride horses through the pasture. Afterwards, we have a big picnic with the whole family. Then my cousins and I get together for a game of baseball in the front yard. My family has a great time when we are all together.

12. Paragraph Four – The BOOM
Finally, I love to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July. At night all of my family go downtown to the city’s annual fireworks display. We spread blankets on the cool grass and lie down facing the starry sky. Suddenly the night is filled with glory. Fingers of color explode overhead. Great booms and pops fill the night. We all watch in amazement at the beautiful sight. The fireworks are a great ending to a perfect day.

13. Conclusion (The bing, the bang, the boom)
The Fourth of July is a wonderful holiday. Eating good food, being with my family, and watching the fireworks make the holiday extra special. Show your patriotism by making the Fourth of July a memorable holiday.

14. Let’s
put
it all
together!

15. My Favorite Holiday Of all the holidays throughout the year, the Fourth of July is my favorite. I like the fourth of July because we always have good food to eat, because we spend time with family, and especially because we watch colorful fireworks. In my opinion, the Fourth of July is truly the best holiday First of all, my mom cooks the best food on the Fourth of July. We always have spicy, sweet barbequed ribs or chicken. My sister’s yearly request is golden corn on the cob dripping with butter. My dad must have creamy potato salad. However, my favorite item comes at the end of the meal – juicy, red watermelon. Yes, the Fourth of July meal is the best Next, it is always fun when my family gets together on the Fourth of July. Each holiday my uncles and aunts bring their families to our house. In the morning we usually go swimming in the lake behind our house or ride horses in the pasture. Afterwards, we have a big picnic with the whole family. Then my cousins and I get together for a game of baseball in the front yard. My family has a great time when we are all together Finally, I love to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July. At night all of my family go downtown to the city’s annual fireworks display. We spread blankets on the cool grass and lie down facing the starry sky. Suddenly the night is filled with glory. Fingers of color explode overhead. Great booms and pops fill the night. We all watch in amazement at the beautiful sight. The fireworks are a great ending to a perfect day The Fourth of July is a wonderful holiday. Eating good food, being with my family, and watching the fireworks make the holiday extra special. No wonder the Fourth of July is my favorite holiday.

16. TRANSITIONS
The glue
that holds
your thoughts
together

17. My Favorite Holiday Transitions Of all the holidays throughout the year, the Fourth of July is my favorite. I like the fourth of July because we always have good food to eat, because we spend time with family, and especially because we watch colorful fireworks. In my opinion, the Fourth of July is truly the best holiday First of all, my mom cooks the best food on the Fourth of July. We always have spicy, sweet barbequed ribs or chicken. My sister’s yearly request is golden corn on the cob dripping with butter. My dad must have creamy potato salad. However, my favorite item comes at the end of the meal—juicy, red watermelon. Yes, the Fourth of July meal is the best Next, it is always fun when my family gets together on the Fourth of July. Each holiday my uncles and aunts bring their families to our house. In the morning we usually go swimming in the lake behind our house or ride horses in the pasture. Afterwards, we have a big picnic with the whole family. Then my cousins and I get together for a game of baseball in the front yard. My family has a great time when we are all together Finally, I love to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July. At night all of my family go downtown to the city’s annual fireworks display. We spread blankets on the cool grass and lie down facing the starry sky. Suddenly the night is filled with glory. Fingers of color explode overhead. Great booms and pops fill the night. We all watch in amazement at the beautiful sight. The fireworks are a great ending to a perfect day The Fourth of July is a wonderful holiday. Eating good food, being with my family, and watching the fireworks make the holiday extra special. No wonder the Fourth of July is my favorite holiday.

18. Common Transitions First of all Most importantly In addition
Furthermore
Secondly
In fact
Meanwhile
Next
Afterwards
In the morning
In the evening
In addition
More importantly
For instance
Not long after
Finally
At last
Therefore
In summary
In conclusion

19. Persuasive Language I am certain I am sure that you can see that
What needs to be done
I ask you to think about
I ask that thought be given to
I am writing in order to
Nevertheless
On the other hand
You may be surprised
It has come to my attention that
Obviously
Most definitely
Should
Should not
This can be fixed by
Although it may seem

20. First, To Begin With, Furthermore,
Definitely
Positively
Absolutely
Strongly Recommend
Use strong,
persuasive
Language!
First, To Begin With, Furthermore,
Another reason is…
Should
Confident Always/Never
Should Not
Certain
Truly

21. Don’t know what to write about
Don’t know what to write about? Use the bing, the bang, and the boom to help you write about Anything!

22. Remember,
writing is easy
when you use
the Bing,
the Bang,
and the Boom!

23. The
End

24. Tuesday I can plan and write a persuasive argument.
Procedure:
View info Persuasive Writing
Complete Yes/No Chart as a class
Prepare a 4-Square- We will be focusing on the center square or target.
Complete Introductory paragraph.
Follow the formula given on the next slide.
Revise and edit

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26. What do you think? Is space travel for you?
NO!
Earth is for me!
YES!
Sign me up!!
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27. Tuesday I can plan and write a persuasive argument.
Introductory Paragraph
Hook (dialogue, action, strong statement or statistic)
Your point of view or argument
Acknowledge the opposing point of view
What three reasons support your point of view
In my opinion,

28. Wednesday I can plan and write a persuasive argument.
Procedure:
Plan using 4 Square
Complete BING paragraph.
Follow the formula given on the next slide.
Revise and edit
Ticket out the door

29. Wednesday I can plan and write a persuasive argument.
BING Paragraph
To begin with,( reason one)
Detail
Closing Sentence

30. Thursday I can plan and write a persuasive argument.
Procedure:
Plan using 4 Square
Complete BANG paragraph.
Follow the formula given on the next slide.
Revise and edit
Ticket out the door

31. Thursday I can plan and write a persuasive argument.
BANG Paragraph
To continue,( reason two)
Detail
Closing Sentence

32. Friday I can plan and write a persuasive argument.
Procedure:
Plan using 4 Square
Complete BOOM paragraph.
Follow the formula given on the next slide.
Revise and edit
Ticket out the door

33. Friday I can plan and write a persuasive argument.
BOOM Paragraph
Finally,( reason three)
Detail
Closing Sentence

34. Persuasion
WEEK TWO
January 12-16, 2015

35. Monday I can plan and write a persuasive argument.
Procedure:
Plan using 4 Square
Complete Closing paragraph.
Follow the formula given on the next slide.
Revise and edit
Ticket out the door

36. Monday I can plan and write a persuasive argument.
Closing Paragraph
In conclusion, (restate what was learned)
Remind again of why important
Call to Action

37. Tuesday I can read, analyze and provide feedback.
Procedure:
Peer Feedback
Students will pass papers one person over. This will be repeated 5 times. Each paper will be analyzed by five different students.
Check off sheet will be provided.

38. Tuesday I can read, analyze and provide feedback.
 Procedure:
Pass paper back to owner.
Owner is to evaluate for the following:
Transition Words
Persuasive Language
No overused pronouns!! (You, You're, Your, We, I, They, Me, My)
In the BING, BANG, or BOOM!

39. Persuasive Language I am certain I am sure that you can see that
What needs to be done
I ask you to think about
I ask that thought be given to
I am writing in order to
Nevertheless
On the other hand
You may be surprised
It has come to my attention that
Obviously
Most definitely
Should
Should not
This can be fixed by
Although it may seem

40. First, To Begin With, Furthermore,
Definitely
Positively
Absolutely
Strongly Recommend
Use strong,
persuasive
Language!
First, To Begin With, Furthermore,
Another reason is…
Should
Confident Always/Never
Should Not
Certain
Truly

41. Wednesday I can revise and edit my writing.
Procedure:
After students have received feedback from their peers, students will continue to revise and edit their first draft.
Write revised copy in notebook.
Will be going to library Thursday-Friday for final copy.

42. Wednesday I can revise and edit my writing.
Introduce:
Students should use wordle.net to check for overused words while in library.
Upload essay onto turnitin.com

43. Thursday I can create a persuasive argument.
Procedure:
Final copy typed in library
Students should use wordle.net to check for overused words while in library.
Upload essay onto turnitin.com

44. Friday I can create a persuasive argument.
Procedure:
wordle.net
turnitin.com
Print
Underline Opinion Statement
Box Transitions
Circle “Call to Action”
High Light Pronouns