Relative Clauses for Persuasive Writing
Year 5 English Learning to write powerful persuasive letters Preparing to write to our head teacher
What makes writing persuasive?
Think about adverts you've seen What makes you want something? How do writers convince us?
What is a Relative Clause?
A group of words that gives extra information Always contains a verb Usually starts with 'who', 'which', 'that', or 'where' Makes sentences more detailed and interesting
Spot the Relative Clause
Read these sentences: 'The playground that we love needs new equipment.' 'Students who care about their school should speak up.' 'The library, which is always busy, needs more books.'
Relative Pronouns
{"left":"WHO - for people\nWHICH - for things/animals\nTHAT - for people or things\nWHERE - for places","right":"The student who works hard\nThe book which everyone loves\nThe idea that will work\nThe place where we meet"}
Making Writing More Persuasive
Basic: 'We need new computers.' Better: 'We need new computers that work properly.' Best: 'We need new computers that work properly and help us learn effectively.' Relative clauses add convincing details!
Build Your Persuasive Sentences
Start with: 'Our school needs...' Add a relative clause with WHO, WHICH, THAT, or WHERE Make it persuasive! Share your sentence with a partner
Remember
'Good writing is like a windowpane - it should be clear and let the light shine through, but relative clauses add the beautiful details that make people want to look closer.'
Ready for Your Persuasive Letter!
Use relative clauses to add convincing details Remember: WHO for people, WHICH/THAT for things, WHERE for places Make your arguments stronger with specific information Your head teacher will be impressed!