- Definition
A persuasive text is writing that tries to convince you to agree with a certain idea or take a specific action.
A poster that says 'Eat More Veggies, They Make You Strong' is persuasive text because it tries to convince you to eat vegetables.
How to teach this in 30 seconds
Try this analogy: A persuasive text is like trying to talk a friend into playing your favourite game by telling them how fun it is.
Ask your child: What is this poster trying to get you to do?
Common mix-up: Kids often think all writing just tells a story or gives facts. A persuasive text has a special job: to convince the reader to do or think something.
Examples
- A sign in the library that says 'Please Be Quiet' is persuading you to act a certain way.
- A drawing of a sad, lonely puppy with the words 'Please can we get a dog?' is persuasive.
persuasive text is a term used in Ontario’s Kindergarten to Grade 8 curriculum.
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