🔍 Part 1: Spot the Persuasive Language

Persuasive writing tries to convince the reader to agree with your opinion. Writers use special words and phrases to do this!

Key linking words: because, for example, also, in addition, I think, therefore

"I think our school should have more playground equipment. Because of this, students would be healthier and happier. For example, a climbing wall would help us get stronger. Also, new equipment would make lunchtime more fun for everyone."

a) I think we should have a school garden _________________ it would teach us about healthy food.

b) _________________, a garden would make our school look beautiful.

c) _________________, students could grow vegetables to use in the school café.

📋 Part 2: Plan Your Persuasive Paragraph

Use this graphic organiser to plan your persuasive paragraph. The topic is: "We should have more playground equipment at school."

✏️ Part 3: Write Your Persuasive Paragraph

Now use your plan to write your full persuasive paragraph below. Remember to:

✅ State your opinion    ✅ Give two reasons    ✅ Use linking words    ✅ Write a conclusion