"Ben and Becky Get a Pet" is a hilarious story by Sindy McKay about two siblings who convince their parents that they are ready to get a pet. They have quite an adventure while picking out a pet at the mall pet store.I would use this story to introduce a lesson in persuasion. The parents' concern in this story are whether or not their children would be responsible enough to take care of a pet. I would have my students discuss what is involved in taking care of a pet and what some of their parents' concerns might be.
Next I would introduce the different types of persuasion that could be used to try an convince their parents to allow them to get a pet. We would discuss which type of persuasion would be most effective for this situation and then they would write a persuasive letter to their parents about getting the pet that they did their research paper about.
Minilesson:
1. Review animal from research paper.
2. Decide on style of persuasion to use in letter.
3. Write persuasive letter including relevant information regarding animal from research paper.
4. Share letter in small groups.
5. Review persuasive argument and word choice.
6. Revise and publish letter.
Ohio writing applications benchmark E: Using persuasive strategies, including establishing a clear position in support of a proposition or a proposal with organization and relevant evidence.
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