1. What is persuasion?

2. Persuasion: Using reason to convince someone to believe in what you are telling them, or make them do something that you want

3. What makes up a good argument? It’s simple – just REVV your engines! ▫R : Reasons (what makes your argument good?) ▫E: Evidence (show us your reasons are good) ▫VV: Vivid Vocabulary (use words that grab your reader’s attention)

4. “Which vegetable should be added to the school cafeteria?” This writing is going to be like an election paper – you have to persuade your readers to vote for your vegetable You should do some fact- hunting to support your argument (which veggie you think rocks!)

5. Pre-Write Paragraph 1: What’s your veggie of choice and why is it great? I’m Brenda the Brussels Sprout. Vote for me because I am a nutritious source of Vitamin C and I am low in fat and cholesterol. I am also great because I am tasty when sautéed with garlic and onions. Paragraph 2: What awesome nutrients does your veggie have? 1)2)3) Paragraph 3: How could you serve your veggie in the cafeteria in a tasty way? 1)2) Paragraph 4: “Final Plea for Me!” – Tell readers once again what your veggie has to offer – its nutrition and taste.

6. Paragraph 1: Hi! I’m ____________ (Brenda the Brussels Sprout). You should vote for me to be included on the lunch menu at MES because I am chock- full of vitamins and minerals. Plus, I can be cooked in many easy, tasty ways. Greeting + Two main reasons to vote for this fruit/veggie

7. Paragraph 2: Eating healthy is very important, and I can help keep your body fit. (Topic Sentence) First off, I have a lot of Vitamin C, which helps you fight off disease. In addition, I am low in sodium, cholesterol, and fat. This means I am a heart-healthy food. Finally, I also am a good source of dietary fiber, which is another nutrient that keeps your heart healthy.

8. Paragraph 3: Not only am I good for you – but I taste good, too! (Topic Sentence) One good way to serve me is as a part of a veggie kabob. Start with mushrooms and red peppers, and a low fat Italian dressing marinade. Then grill us to perfection – yum! Another good way to eat me is to simply bake me in the oven after putting a bit of olive oil for extra flavor.

9. Paragraph 4: In conclusion, you should vote Brenda the Brussels Sprout. Who’s low in fat, cholesterol, and sodium? I am! Who has vitamin C and fiber? I do! And who can be prepared in tasty ways that everyone can enjoy? Me! Vote Brenda the Brussels Sprout!!!