2.  Expository (also called informative)  Persuasive (also called argumentive)  Narrative

3.  Exposition writing "explains" or "informs.“  Most of the writing we do is expository.  When we do expository writing, we are exposing the reader to specific information.

4.  Any time you write, type, or text anybody, any information, you are using expository writing.  Examples: essay, research paper, report, manual

5.  Ever try to convince anyone of your point of view?  If you do any convincing verbally, that would be persuasive speaking. If you were to write those same words down, that would be persuasive writing.

6.  Any time, ever you need to write an essay or letter to convince people that your point of view is the right one.  Politicians  Writing a letter to the editor  Job Applications  Writing to request money from an organization

7.  Narrative is storytelling › Doesn’t matter whether that story is fact or fiction. › This is a good spot for descriptive writing, it allows you to set the scene for the reader.  Examples: short story, novel, narrative poem, journal

8.  Now that we have learned the 3 types of writing I want you to practice with each type.  Pick out your favorite movie. › Got it? You will now write 3 paragraphs. › Write one that is Expository telling me what the movie is about. › Write one that is Persuasive telling me why I should watch your movie. › Write one that is Narrative describing your experience the first time you saw your favorite movie