Prepare for Natural Disasters?

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📚 Part 1: Plan Your Argument

WALT: We Are Learning To plan a persuasive argument about preparing for natural disasters.

Success criteria: I can state a clear opinion, give reasons, and include examples or evidence.

1. What is your opinion? Should people be prepared for natural disasters?

Yes, people should be prepared.

No, people do not need to be prepared.

I am not sure yet.

2. Tick two reasons that could support your opinion.

Preparation can help keep people safe.

Emergency supplies can be useful if services stop.

Natural disasters are always exciting.

Planning can help people stay calm.

3. Write one example or piece of evidence you could use.

WALT: We Are Learning To write a persuasive paragraph using reasons and supporting details.

Success criteria: I can use a strong opening, linking words, persuasive language, and a concluding sentence.

4. Complete this persuasive sentence starter:

People should / should not prepare for natural disasters because ________________________________.

5. Write your persuasive response. Include your opinion, at least two reasons, an example or explanation, and a conclusion.

6. Underline or circle one persuasive word or phrase you used, such as important, essential, or everyone should.

WALT: We Are Learning To strengthen our writing by checking our ideas and language.

Success criteria: I can improve a sentence and explain how it makes my argument stronger.

7. Improve this sentence by adding a reason or detail: “Families should have an emergency kit.”

8. Extension: Write a second paragraph that responds to someone who disagrees with your opinion. Begin with: “Some people may think…”