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Persuasive Writing - Anticipating Opposing Views

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Persuasion, when used effectively, is a powerful and effective tool. In groups, young writers develop a persuasive letter about something that they would like their parents to allow them to do. Then, independently, they use proper grammar and writing conventions to write about a rule that they would like changed at school.

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supporting details, details, Persuasive Writing, persuasion, persuasive arguments, opinion writing, opinions, transitions

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opposing viewpoints, Persuasive Writing, writer's opinions, opinion piece, state an opinion, supporting facts and details, transitions, counterarguments, english language arts
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Grade
4th - 7th
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English Language Arts
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Year
2007

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