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Iguana Persuasive Argument Planner

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Iguana Persuasive Argument Planner

Choose a point of view about having an iguana as a pet. Collect reasons and useful words to help you plan a persuasive piece.

Choose your point of view

1.Which statement could be the main point of an argument asking for an iguana as a pet?
  • Our family should consider getting an iguana.
  • I saw a green lizard at the park.
  • Some reptiles live in warm places.
  • I had toast for breakfast.
2.Write your own main point about whether your family should have an iguana. Make your opinion clear.

Gather strong reasons

3.Choose every idea that could support the claim that an iguana might make a good pet. Some ideas may need checking before you use them.
  • Iguanas can be interesting to observe.
  • An iguana does not need a daily walk.
  • I enjoy learning about reptiles.
  • Every iguana is easy to care for.
  • Iguanas are always quiet and friendly.
  • Caring for an iguana can teach responsibility.
4.Match each persuasive word or phrase to the job it can do in an argument.
  • because
  • also
  • important
  • for example
  • I believe
  • shows that something matters
  • gives a specific example
  • shares the writer's opinion
  • introduces a reason
  • adds another idea
5.Write one reason that could support your point of view about having an iguana. Begin with “One reason is …”
6.Add a different reason for your point of view. Begin with “Another reason is …”
7.Write a third reason, or explain why one of your reasons matters. Use “This matters because …”

Get ready to persuade

8.Which words or phrases could help persuade a reader? Choose all that could fit into an argument.
  • I believe
  • because
  • another reason
  • for example
  • yesterday
  • under the table
  • important
9.Which reason from your plan would be strongest for convincing a reader? Write it and say why it is convincing.
Draw an iguana or a detail that helps explain one reason in your argument. Add a label if it helps your reader understand your idea.
10.Use your point of view and a reason to write one persuasive sentence about having an iguana as a pet.

4 printable pages

  • Iguana Persuasive Argument Planner, page 1 of 4: Choose your point of view

    Page 1

  • Iguana Persuasive Argument Planner, page 2 of 4: Gather strong reasons

    Page 2

  • Iguana Persuasive Argument Planner, page 3 of 4: Get ready to persuade

    Page 3

  • Iguana Persuasive Argument Planner, page 4 of 4: Draw an iguana or a detail that helps explain one reason in your argument. Add a

    Page 4

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