Connecting Reading and Writing: Persuasive Texts
Goals:
- Explore persuasive texts
- Write a short opinion piece
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to visit outer space?
Did you know Canadian Astronaut David Saint-Jacques spent 204 days in space!
Read this article to learn more about the pros and cons of space travel.
Think about the information in the article and decide: “Would you go on a trip to outer space?”
Write a paragraph that explains your position. Use ideas from the article and your own thinking to explain your point of view.
Share your paragraph with a family member. Keep your paragraph for tomorrow’s lesson!
Other Opportunities:
- Use the encyclopedias from the Library Learning Commons to learn more about becoming an astronaut.
- Keep on reading books you choose every day!
Categories: Elementary