Persuasive Letters: Peter Rabbit's Plea

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Persuasive Letters: Peter Rabbit's Plea

What do you already know about persuasive letters?

Learning Intention

At the end of the lesson you will be able to write a persuasive letter in role, using reasons and the correct letter structure.

What Is Persuasive Writing?

Persuasive writing tries to convince someone to think, feel, or do something. It is important for sharing ideas and making changes.

Purpose of Today’s Letter

Imagine you are Peter Rabbit. You want to persuade Mr McGregor to let you back in the garden. Why would you want to write this letter?

Persuasive Words

Powerful Words

Words like please, because, I promise make your letter convincing.

Examples

Please let me back. I promise not to eat your vegetables. I am hungry because I have nowhere else to go.

Structure of a Persuasive Letter

A letter should include a greeting, reasons to persuade, and a sign-off. Remember to use capital letters and full stops.

Oral Planning

Let’s say aloud what Peter Rabbit might write. What greeting would you use? What reasons could you share to persuade Mr McGregor?

Let’s Reflect

What have you learned about writing a persuasive letter as Peter Rabbit? Which persuasive words will you use? Share your ideas with a partner.

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