Our next Big Write will be written in the form of a persuasive - - PDF document

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 1 June 04, 2020

LO - To construct my own notes to inform my persuasive writing

Steps To Steps:

• I can research what skills an applicant may need to apply for a specific job
• I can record key details using note form
• I can record interesting information using subheadings and bullet points

Our next Big Write will be written in the form of a persuasive letter, here we will try and persuade Captain Jack Sparrow to hire us as a pirate on board his ship! Conduct your own research into different pirates looking at books, documentaries, the web and films to help you understand what makes a good pirate and gain inspiration for your Big Write.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 2 June 04, 2020

Steps To Steps:

• I can research what skills an applicant may need to apply for a specific job
• I can record key details using note form
• I can record interesting information using subheadings and bullet points

LO - To construct my own notes to inform my persuasive writing Spend the next day or two researching what skills and personal attributes a good pirate would need. If you would like to challenge yourself, research what specific pirate role you may like to apply for on board Jack Sparrow's ship.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 3 June 04, 2020

Steps To Steps:

• I can research what skills an applicant may need to apply for a specific job
• I can record key details using note form
• I can record interesting information using subheadings and bullet points

LO - To construct my own notes to inform my persuasive writing

Roles on Board a Pirate Ship

Determine which job role would suit you best. Identify what personal attributes and skills would lend themselves to each particular role.

Captain: The captain is the main person in charge. They own the ship and have a crew below them. They lead their crew into battle and make strategic decisions. They are voted for by the crew. First Mate: The first mate takes over the ship if the captain can‛t lead. They are not always found

• n pirate ships. If there was no first mate, then the quartermaster would take over.

Quartermaster: The quartermaster is in charge of all the supplies and water on the ship and a close deputy for the captain. They have the authority to punish people. Navigator/Sailing Master: The navigator, also known as a sailing master, is a very knowledgeable sailor who is able to read maps directing and navigating the ship. A sailing master is well educated and often made to go on pirate ships but paid well. Boatswain/Bosun: A bosun, also called the boatswain, is just below the quartermaster and captain and often in charge of anchoring and supplies. Master Gunner/Gunner: The master gunner is in charge of a team of gunners operating the cannons. It takes around five crew members to operate a cannon, including aiming, firing, resetting, swabbing and loading. Cook: The cook is not usually properly trained, just a normal pirate who prepares and cooks the food. Surgeon/Doctor: Not usually a real or even a trained surgeon, the ship‛s medic is good with tools. If no surgeon is available, they often use the ship‛s carpenter. Musician: The musician keeps the crew entertained by singing and playing sea shanties and tunes for

• dancing. They are often stolen from a non-pirate ship.

Cooper: The cooper is skilled with tools and in barrel making. Powder Monkey: The powder monkey assists the gunners. It is a very dangerous job, often done by teenage boys who could then work up to being a gunner.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 4 June 04, 2020

Steps To Steps:

• I can research what skills an applicant may need to apply for a specific job
• I can record key details using note form
• I can record interesting information using subheadings and bullet points

LO - To construct my own notes to inform my persuasive writing Draw yourself as a pirate and label the skills and attributes that you have. To challenge yourself, use a thesaurus to uplevel your vocabulary choices. cunning c

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Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 5 June 04, 2020

Steps To Steps:

• I can research what skills an applicant may need to apply for a specific job
• I can record key details using note form
• I can record interesting information using subheadings and bullet points

LO - To construct my own notes to inform my persuasive writing Task: Imagine that you are a real ruthless pirate applying to work alongside the infamous Captain Jack Sparrow. Choose your most persuasive reasons to put forward to show that you would be a great pirate recruit. Remember to explain your reasons using examples and past experiences.

Remember to use the personal pronouns I, my, mine and me, as you will be addressing the Captain personally in your letter!

Notes Paragraph 1 Introduction:

• Intrigued by your advert in The London Times.
• State purpose for writing to Jack Sparrow: I would relish the opportunity to be considered as

a crew member for your expedition across the Seven Seas.

• Flattery: You are by far the most intrepid and awe-inspiring explorer.

Paragraph 2 Personal Qualities:

• Point and evidence 1: determined, I will ensure that we succeed in our quest for glory and new

discovery.

• Point and evidence 2:
• Point and evidence 3:

Paragraph 3 Skills and Experience:

• Point and evidence 1: A master at navigating through the Seven Seas.
• Point and evidence 2:
• Point and evidence 3:

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 6 June 04, 2020 LO - To construct sentences using apostrophes correctly

Steps To Success:

• I can explain how apostrophes can be used for contractions
• I can explain how apostrophes can be used to show possession
• I can explain the difference between singular and plural possession

TTYP - Explain when it is appropriate to use an apostrophe and what rules you should follow when using apostrophes. Prove or Disprove: Using apostrophes can be tricky.

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Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 7 June 04, 2020 LO - To construct sentences using apostrophes correctly

Steps To Success:

• I can explain how apostrophes can be used for contractions
• I can explain how apostrophes can be used to show possession
• I can explain the difference between singular and plural possession

Apostrophes are punctuation marks. In English we use them in two ways, to show contraction (or omission) and to show possession. Contraction Possession I'll make sure that the crew

• bey your every command and

secure victory for us both. Under my carefull supervision, my crew and I were able to steal Black Beard's treasure.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 8 June 04, 2020 LO - To construct sentences using apostrophes correctly

Steps To Success:

• I can explain how apostrophes can be used for contractions
• I can explain how apostrophes can be used to show possession
• I can explain the difference between singular and plural possession

Apostrophes to Show Contractions If we put two words together and miss out some letters, we need to add an apostrophe where the missing letters used to be. For example: ‘do not‛ would change to don‛t, the contracted form. TTYP - Determine what other words can be converted into a contracted form.

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Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 9 June 04, 2020 LO - To construct sentences using apostrophes correctly

Steps To Success:

• I can explain how apostrophes can be used for contractions
• I can explain how apostrophes can be used to show possession
• I can explain the difference between singular and plural possession

Apostrophes to Show Contractions

Task: Rewrite the sentences below using the contracted form. Extension: Write your own sentences using contractions.

You do not have to worry, you will never find a better pirate than me. I can not remember the last voyage I took that was not a success. We will locate the treasure, then we can retire to the Bahamas. I will not let you down.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 10 June 04, 2020 LO - To construct sentences using apostrophes correctly

Steps To Success:

• I can explain how apostrophes can be used for contractions
• I can explain how apostrophes can be used to show possession
• I can explain the difference between singular and plural possession

Apostrophes to Show Possession in the Singular Form ('s) Apostrophes can also be used to tell us that something belongs to someone. For example, if you were talking about a eye patch belonging to a pirate you would say the pirate's eye patch. There is only one pirate, so this is called singular possession. Generally, when working with singular possession we follow the rule apostrophe s ='s

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 11 June 04, 2020

LO - To construct sentences using apostrophes correctly

Steps To Success:

• I can explain how apostrophes can be used for contractions
• I can explain how apostrophes can be used to show possession
• I can explain the difference between singular and plural possession

Watch out for red herring! Apostrophes to Show Possession in the Singular Form ('s)

Task: Rewrite the sentences below using an apostrophe for singular possession. Extension: Write your own sentences using possessive apostrophes.

Pirate Petes sword glistened in the midday sun. I ordered my men to attack the Black Pearl and so victory was ours. Captain Jacks ship cut through the waves of doom with ease. Black Beards eye patch hid a hideous, gaping wound.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 12 June 04, 2020 LO - To construct sentences using apostrophes correctly

Steps To Success:

• I can explain how apostrophes can be used for contractions
• I can explain how apostrophes can be used to show possession
• I can explain the difference between singular and plural possession

Apostrophes to Show Possession in the Plural Form (s')

If there are two or more people who own something, an apostrophe is needed to show plural possession. In this case the apostrophe goes after the plural owners, so if a group of pirates each own a sword and you want to talk about all these swords, you would say the pirates‛ swords. When working with plural possession we follow the rule s apostrophe =s'

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 13 June 04, 2020 LO - To construct sentences using apostrophes correctly

Steps To Success:

• I can explain how apostrophes can be used for contractions
• I can explain how apostrophes can be used to show possession
• I can explain the difference between singular and plural possession

Apostrophes to Show Possession in the Plural Form (s')

Task: Rewrite the sentences below using an apostrophe for plural possession. Extension: Write your own sentences using possessive apostrophes.

The pirates swords were drawn and ready, that was when I knew the treasure was mine. The Navy Forces fleet of boats were catching us, but they were no match for me and my trusty crew. My crew swarmed the deck and looted all in sight. Watch out for red herring!

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 14 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use different coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS)
• I can use different subordinating conjunctions (thus, as, while, since)
• I can use relative pronouns (who, which, that, where)

LO - To add detail through the use of a variety of conjunctions

Define what a conjunction is and list the different types of conjunctions that exist along with their functions. Critique the paragraph below:

I would make a brilliant pirate

• n board the Black Pearl as I

have gained many, vital years of piracy in my time. From the tender age of nine I worked diligently on board the Jolly Roger and by the age of eighteen I was the ship's captain for I had a taste for both adventure and blood. Black Beard, who was my ship's first mate, even said that I was the best captain he had ever seen upon the Seven Seas!

Explain the difference between a subordinate clause and a relative clause and outline their impact on the reader.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 15 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use different coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS)
• I can use different subordinating conjunctions (thus, as, while, since)
• I can use relative pronouns (who, which, that, where)

LO - To add detail through the use of a variety of conjunctions

A compound sentence is formed when you join two main clauses with a

• conjunction. In a compound sentence the clauses are linked by a coordinating

conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so). Over the last two decades I have voyaged across the Seven Seas and I have unearthed countless treasure troves of precious jewels and golden coins. I know the ocean is wild and unforgiving, yet this danger will not deter me from my mission. I am the most courageously ruthless pirate you could ask for, so get me on board the Black Pearl and I will not disappoint you!

Compound Sentence = Main Clause + Conjunction + Main Clause

We can use coordinating conjunctions to form a compound sentence!

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 16 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use different coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS)
• I can use different subordinating conjunctions (thus, as, while, since)
• I can use relative pronouns (who, which, that, where)

LO - To add detail through the use of a variety of conjunctions

Complex Sentence = Main Clause + Conjunction + Subordinate Clause

I am renowned for my quick wit and humour, therefore I know that our voyage across the world's oceans will be one to remember. I have spent many years out the ocean, thus I am confident in my abilities to use the constellations and a compass to guide me through the ever change tides. You will not have to worry about me, as I have nerves of steal, whatever the obstacle we will conquer it together.

A complex sentence is formed when you join a main clause and a subordinate clause with a subordinating conjunction. A subordinate clause is one that relies on a main clause to make sense. Subordinate conjunctions used in complex sentences include after, although, as, because, if, since, unless, therefore, while, even though, thus.

We can use subordinating conjunctions to form a complex sentence!

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 17 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use different coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS)
• I can use different subordinating conjunctions (thus, as, while, since)
• I can use relative pronouns (who, which, that, where)

LO - To add detail through the use of a variety of conjunctions We can use relative pronouns to form a complex sentence!

A relative clause is a specific type of subordinate clause that adapts, describes or modifies a noun. Relative clauses add information about the noun to sentences by using relative pronouns such as who, that, which, where, when.

In the midst of the Caribbean Ocean, where no other pirate dare to venture, I battled against the elements to discover the Island of Plenty. Black Beard, who is the captain of the Flying Dutchman, will vouch for me.

Complex Sentence = Main Clause + Relative Pronoun + Subordinate Clause

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 18 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use different coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS)
• I can use different subordinating conjunctions (thus, as, while, since)
• I can use relative pronouns (who, which, that, where)

LO - To add detail through the use of a variety of conjunctions Task: Using a range of different clauses and conjunctions, write your own sentences selling yourself as the greatest pirate alive. Remember to use ambitious language!

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 19 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use the present perfect tense (using 'has' and 'have')
• I can use the past, present or future progressive tense (using 'ing')
• I can use the future tense (using 'will')

LO - To experiment with a range

• f different tenses

Explain what the word 'tense' means to you and list the three main types of tenses. True or False: When writing you must stick to using only one tense. Justify your reasoning. Explain how verbs and tenses link to one another.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 20 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use the present perfect tense (using 'has' and 'have')
• I can use the past, present or future progressive tense (using 'ing')
• I can use the future tense (using 'will')

LO - To experiment with a range

• f different tenses

Tenses are important as they tell us when something (an action/ verb) happened. There are three main tense types: the past, present and future. Past Tense Present Tense Future Tense The past tense lets us know that the action has already happened. The present tense lets us know that the action is happening now / it is generally true. The future tense lets us know that the action will happen later.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 21 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use the present perfect tense (using 'has' and 'have')
• I can use the past, present or future progressive tense (using 'ing')
• I can use the future tense (using 'will')

LO - To experiment with a range

• f different tenses

In many pieces of writing you may be required to stick to using one tense for consistency, for example when retelling a story we would generally stick you using the past tense. However, when writing to Captain Jack Sparrow we will need to move between all three tenses, so we will need to be careful. We may need to use the past tense to describe our past experiences that make us an ideal pirate candidate. We may need to use the present tense to talk about what skills we currently have to help in his quest for glory. And we may need to use the future tense to tell Jack what we could do for him in the future to help him on his journey across the Seven Seas.

Let's practice using different tenses correctly!

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 22 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use the present perfect tense (using 'has' and 'have')
• I can use the past, present or future progressive tense (using 'ing')
• I can use the future tense (using 'will')

LO - To experiment with a range

• f different tenses

Past Tense The past tense is used for actions that were completed in the past. Usually, we use the simple past tense, where a verb end with the 'ed' suffix. However, to make your writing more sophisticated, you can use the past progressive, where a verb ends with the 'ing' suffix, or you can use the past perfect using the word 'had'.

Simple Past - I walked across the tropical sands, determined to find my treasure. Past Progressive - We were walking across the tropical sands in the midday heat, when Billy Bones spotted the Black Pearl on the Horizon. Past Perfect - We had just finished walking across the scorching, tropical sands, when a cannonball was fired in our direction.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 23 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use the present perfect tense (using 'has' and 'have')
• I can use the past, present or future progressive tense (using 'ing')
• I can use the future tense (using 'will')

LO - To experiment with a range

• f different tenses

Past Tense Task: Create your own pirate inspired sentences, while experiment with the different types of past tenses (simple, progressive and perfect).

Simple Past - As we sailed across the unforgiving ocean of doom, no one thought that we would survive the unrelenting onslaught of waves. Past Progressive - We were sailing across the Atlantic Ocean, when an almighty storm broke Past Perfect - We had just set sail, when I realised that I had lost the map, I would have to navigate my way through the twisting tides of Hell.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 24 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use the present perfect tense (using 'has' and 'have')
• I can use the past, present or future progressive tense (using 'ing')
• I can use the future tense (using 'will')

LO - To experiment with a range

• f different tenses

Present Tense The present tense is made up of simple present (actions which happen regularly), present progressive (actions which are taking place now) and present perfect (actions which are now completed and still effect our now/present).

Simple Present - I walk into the cave of wonder and see thousands of jewels. Present Progressive - I am walking into the cave of wonder, wondering what hidden jewels I may discover. Present Perfect - I have never before seen so many jewels in all my life.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 25 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use the present perfect tense (using 'has' and 'have')
• I can use the past, present or future progressive tense (using 'ing')
• I can use the future tense (using 'will')

LO - To experiment with a range

• f different tenses

Present Tense

Let's look at the present perfect tense a little more. When using the present perfect tense the verb is formed using 'has' or 'have' followed by the past participle, e.g. 'I have defeated...', or, ''Balck Beard has travelled...'. The present perfect tense describes an action that has already occurred but continues to happen or continues to have an effect.

I have a great wealth of knowledge when it comes to the art of navigation, so you will not have to worry about us diverting off course with me on board. I have studied at the finest institute, Oxford University, and therefore I am an expert when it comes analysing detailed maps and navigating through the Seven Seas. It has taken many years, but now I am now a renowned explorer, who will not shy away from danger or risk and who will always preserve in the face of adversity.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 26 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use the present perfect tense (using 'has' and 'have')
• I can use the past, present or future progressive tense (using 'ing')
• I can use the future tense (using 'will')

LO - To experiment with a range

• f different tenses

It has come to my attention that you seek to employ a new recruit to aid you in your quest across the Seven Seas. I have been renowned for my quick wit and humour, therefore I know that our trip will be

• ne to remember.

It has taken me many years, but I can finally say that I have unearthed the cave of wonders and I am willing to share its location with you, if you let me join your crew.

Task: Create your own present perfect sentences using 'have' or 'has'

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 27 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use the present perfect tense (using 'has' and 'have')
• I can use the past, present or future progressive tense (using 'ing')
• I can use the future tense (using 'will')

LO - To experiment with a range

• f different tenses

Future Tense The present tense is made up of simple future (actions that will take place in the future), future progressive (actions that will take place in the future over a period of time, using the suffix 'ing') and future perfect (actions which will be completed by a particular point in the future).

Simple future - I will search for the lost treasure of Cortez. Future Progressive - I will be searching for the lost treasure of Cortez this summer if you would like to join me in my hunt for wealth and good fortune. Future Perfect - I will have searched for the lost treasure for over a year come June, but I believe that if we join forces we will unearth this great fortune together.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 28 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use the present perfect tense (using 'has' and 'have')
• I can use the past, present or future progressive tense (using 'ing')
• I can use the future tense (using 'will')

LO - To experiment with a range

• f different tenses

Task: Create your own pirate inspired sentences, while experiment with

the different types of future tenses (simple, progressive and perfect).

Simple Future - I will search for the lost treasure of Cortez. Future Progressive - I will be searching for the lost treasure of Cortez this summer if you would like to join me in my hunt for wealth and good fortune. Future Perfect - I will have searched for the lost treasure for over a year come June, but I believe that if we join forces we will unearth this great fortune together.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 29 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter We are nearly ready to start drafting our letter of application! But what should a letter look like? Explain what features of a letter we should include in our writing. Discuss what persuasive devices we can utilise to persuade Captain Jack Sparrow to hire us.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 30 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter

There are some important things to remember when writing a persuasive letter.

You have to lay out your letter properly:

• Write your address.
• Write the full date.
• Write the address of who you are

writing to (the recipient‛s address).

• Write a greeting (the recipient‛s name).
• Write about the topic and persuade

your reader.

• Close your letter and write your full

name.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 31 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter

Letter Layout: Your Address

Your address goes on the top right-hand side of the letter: Your house name/number, Street, Town/City, County Example: 123 Belmore School, Owen Road, Hayes, Middlesex, UB4 9LF.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 32 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter

Letter Layout: The Date

The full date goes on the top right hand side of the letter, under your address. Example: Friday 13th June 2020

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 33 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter

Letter Layout: Recipient's Address

The address of who you are writing to goes on the top left-hand side of the letter: Their house name/number, Street, Town/City, County, Example: 43 Buccaneer Way, Hayes, Middlesex, UB4 9HA.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 34 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter

Letter Layout: Greeting

If you do know who the letter is to, begin it with their title (Mr, Miss, Mrs, Ms) and their surname, then a comma: Example: Dear Captain Jack Sparrow, If you don‛t know who to address the letter to, begin it with: Example: Dear Sir or Madam,

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 35 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter

Letter Layout: Persuasive Argument

Introduce the topic you are writing about and state the argument, remember to

• rganise your argument into paragraphs.
• Explain in detail, using words such as:

Firstly… Secondly… In my opinion… Some believe that… I feel that… I am sure

• Use impressive adjectives and powerful

verbs.

• Give reasons for your opinion – use

evidence.

• Ask the recipient questions to get them

thinking and make them realise they need this. End with a summary of what you need.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 36 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter

Letter Layout: Greeting

If you do know who the letter is to, close your letter on the left-hand side with: Yours sincerely, (Your Full Name) If you don‛t know who the letter is to, close your letter

• n the left-hand side with:

Yours faithfully, (Your Full Name)

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 37 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter

Persuasive Devices You Could Utilise: Language choices to help put across a clear argument.

Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 38 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter Persuasive Devices You Could Utilise: Flattery By flattering or paying your audience a compliment you may be able to persuade them of your opinion.

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Persuasive Letter Slides.notebook 39 June 04, 2020

Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter Persuasive Devices You Could Utilise: Superlatives Superlative are used to show that someone or something is the best, this can be achieved by using the suffix 'est' or by using the word 'most'.

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Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter Persuasive Devices You Could Utilise: Point and Evidence To ensure that your audience believes what you are saying, make sure that your provide examples/evidence to back up your point.

You will not have to worry about me, as I have nerves of steel, whatever the

• bstacle we will conquer it together.

I am truly ruthless, I once made my own brother walk the plan, as I discovered that he was plotting to steal my prized, precious treasure. I am very resourceful, when I was stranded on Lost Island, I was able to survive 142 days of Hell by living off coconuts alone!

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Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter We are now ready to write our letter of application, applying for a job

• n board the infamous Captain Jack Sparrow's ship!

Remember to use your Year 4 targets and ambitious vocabulary choices!

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Steps to Success

• I can use lay my letter out correctly
• I can use the first person to address my audience directly
• I can use the correct tense, whether that be the past, present or future
• I can add detail using conjunctions, adverbials and expanded nouns
• I can use a range of persuasive devices (flattery, superlatives,, point and

evidence, emotive language, rhetorical questions)

LO - To draft and construct a persuasive letter

Example:

17 Rum Road, Hayes, Middlesex, UB4 9AHYOY. Dear Captain Jack Sparrow, I am writing to you regarding your recent advertisement for Chief treasure hunter. Over the many years I have been out at sea, I feel that I have gained the required experience needed to succeed

• nboard the legendary Black Pearl and therefore believe that I would be an asset to you and your
• crew. You are without a doubt the most inspirational explorer and I believe I deserve the chance to

join you on this once in a lifetime opportunity. I am brave, clever and determined to succeed. What more could you want? Together, I know we can achieve anything! It states that the applicant must have bags of enthusiasm and I quote must be astute somewhat. Now, I may not understand what astute means, however I have enough enthusiasm to sink a ship full of sailors and I have a keen eye for treasure. From the tender age of nine, I have work diligently

• nboard various ships and travelled across the wide, open ocean. I have experience in mopping the

deck, manning the cannons and navigating at the helm of the ship, so I can be as flexible as you need me to be and muck in where necessary. My best qualities are my thirst for adventure and my never give up attitude. I may even have heard about a possible location for the lost treasure of Cortez, but please do not let that sway your decision! Over the years, I have explored many hostile and bleak islands on my quest for lost treasure and still I have not unearthed the jewels of the Caribbean, but together I believe that we would be

• unstoppable. Together, I just know that we would become filthy rich. Can you just imagine the

mountains of jewels we could find and the galloons of rum we could buy? I do hope this letter finds you as well as this paper, that has been stuffed into an empty bottle of El Dorado Rum (I know it‛s your favourite) and I hope you grant me the opportunity to be a part of the crew. Yours sincerely, Billy Bones P.S You are a true inspiration and a much better pirate then Black Beard, therefore it would be a pleasure to work alongside you onboard the infamous Black Pearl. P.P.S Please don‛t tell Black Beard that. 22 Parrot Avenue Hayes, Middlesex, UB1 8UP. Monday 10th June 2020

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