Building an argument

Last updated: 15/11/2023
Contributor: Teachit Author
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Key stage
Category
Writing for purpose and audience: Arguments and persuasive texts
Resource type
Student activity
Complete lesson

A structured PowerPoint which includes a summary of the features of an argument text and a writing task about the pros and cons of wearing school uniform.

Students are given the ingredients of a good argument, an introduction to considering both points of view, a vocabulary bank of linking words, support for their planning and guidance on why counterarguments are helpful in constructing a convincing argument, with some suggestions of the opposing viewpoints.

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