Free Printable Writing Lesson Plan Template

Printable Writing Lesson Plan


Teacher: [Your Name]

Email: [Your Email]

Date: May 12, 2060

Grade Level

Subject

Duration

5th Grade

Writing

60 minutes

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to write a persuasive paragraph that includes a clear thesis statement and supporting evidence.

  • Students will understand the structure of persuasive writing, including the use of counterarguments.

  • Students will demonstrate their ability to peer review and provide constructive feedback on a classmate's writing.


Materials Needed

  • Whiteboard and markers

  • Projector for presentation slides

  • Worksheets with persuasive writing outline (provided)

  • Laptops or tablets for typing (if available)

  • Access to online research resources (if applicable)

  • Writing journals


Standards Addressed

  • CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.1: Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons and information.

  • CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.4: Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to the task, purpose, and audience.


Introduction (10 minutes)

  • Begin with a quick poll: “How many of you think school days should be longer?” (Use thumbs up or down.)

  • Discuss the results and ask students to share why they feel that way, prompting thoughts on benefits and drawbacks.

  • Introduce the topic of persuasive writing and explain that today they will write a persuasive paragraph arguing their point of view on this topic.


Direct Instruction (15 minutes)

  • Teach the structure of a persuasive paragraph:

    • Thesis Statement: Clearly state your opinion.

    • Supporting Evidence: Provide at least three reasons or pieces of evidence to support your thesis.

    • Counterargument: Address a potential opposing view and refute it.

  • Provide examples from a sample paragraph displayed on the projector, highlighting the thesis, evidence, and counterargument.

  • Explain the importance of strong transitions to guide the reader.


Guided Practice (15 minutes)

  • Distribute the persuasive writing outline worksheet.

  • In pairs, students will brainstorm their ideas on whether school days should be longer or not.

  • Each pair will create a rough draft outline, listing their thesis statement, supporting points, and counterargument.

  • Walk around the classroom to provide assistance and ensure understanding, encouraging students to think critically about their points.


Independent Practice (20 minutes)

  • Students will individually write their persuasive paragraphs using their outlines.

  • Encourage them to type their paragraphs on laptops or tablets.

  • Remind them to include a strong thesis, at least three supporting points, and address a counterargument.

  • Set a timer to help them manage their writing time effectively.


Closure (10 minutes)

  • Invite a few students to share their persuasive paragraphs with the class.

  • Discuss as a group what persuasive strategies were effective.

  • Emphasize the importance of listening to different viewpoints and respectfully presenting their own opinions.


Assessment

  • Use a rubric that evaluates:

    • Thesis Statement (10 points): Clarity and position

    • Supporting Evidence (15 points): Relevance and strength of arguments

    • Counterargument (10 points): Acknowledgment and refutation

    • Organization (10 points): Logical flow and structure

    • Mechanics (5 points): Grammar, punctuation, and spelling

  • Provide written feedback on each student's paragraph, focusing on strengths and areas for improvement.


Differentiation Strategies

  • For advanced students: Offer an additional challenge to research statistics related to the topic and include them in their paragraphs.

  • For struggling students: Provide sentence starters or graphic organizers to help them structure their ideas.

  • For English Language Learners: Pair them with a buddy for support and provide vocabulary lists related to persuasive writing.


Reflection

  • What worked well in the lesson? Did students engage with the topic?

  • What would you change for next time? Was the time allocated sufficient for writing?

  • How did students respond to the peer review process? Did they provide constructive feedback?


Next Steps

  • Plan follow-up lessons on persuasive writing techniques, such as using emotional appeals and rhetorical questions.

  • Consider a debate activity in the following week to further explore persuasive skills in a collaborative setting.

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