Exploring Wilderness War: Persuasive Writing in Chapter One

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will understand the key elements of persuasive writing and apply them to Chapter One of Wilderness War.

What do you already know about persuasive writing?

Introduction to Wilderness War

Wilderness War is a story set in the wild, focusing on characters facing challenges. Chapter One sets the scene and introduces the main conflict.

Understanding Persuasive Writing

Persuasive writing aims to convince the reader of a specific viewpoint using arguments and evidence.

Key Elements of Persuasive Writing

Key elements include a clear argument, supporting evidence, emotional appeal, and a strong conclusion.

Analyzing Chapter One

Identify persuasive elements in Chapter One. Are there any arguments or emotional appeals?

Crafting a Persuasive Argument

Choose an aspect of Chapter One. Develop a persuasive argument supporting a character's decision or action.

Interactive Activity: Persuasive Writing Practice

Write a short persuasive paragraph about a character's choice in Chapter One.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.