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Persuasive writing is writing that aims to convince the reader of an idea or an opinion and often, to take action. To be persuasive, writers must choose their words carefully. This collection of persuasive writing worksheets helps learners use persuasive writing techniques including modality, hyperbole, similes, metaphors, rhetorical questions, using facts, alliteration and more. Watch our Persuasive Language Video Series. Find more persuasive writing resources at Persuasive Language (Grammar).

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Pathos, Logos, Ethos Poster Set

A set of posters explaining pathos, logos and ethos.
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Topic Sentences in Persuasive Texts

Write topic sentences to match body paragraphs from a persuasive text.
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Sport in School: Analysing a Persuasive Text

Read and analyse a text arguing for more sport in schools.
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‘The Skatepark’ Grammar & Comprehension

A level 5 reading passage, comprehension and grammar set.
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‘Thrill Valley’ Grammar & Comprehension

A level 4 reading passage, comprehension and grammar set.
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‘Children and Sport’ Grammar & Comprehension

A level 4 reading passage, comprehension and grammar set.
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‘Letter to the Editor’ Grammar & Comprehension

A level 3 reading passage, comprehension and grammar set.
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‘Sports’ Grammar & Comprehension

A level 3 reading passage, comprehension and grammar set.
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Persuasive Lang. Vocab Cards

A set of word cards showing vocabulary often used in persuasive writing.
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Persuade: Indoor or Outdoor? (2)

Plan and write to persuade others whether indoor play or outdoor play is better (middle and upper years).
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Persuade: Burgers or Pizza? (1)

Write to persuade others whether burgers or pizza is better (early years).
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Persuade: Burgers or Pizza? (2)

Plan and write to persuade others whether burgers or pizza is better (middle and upper years).
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Persuade: The Best Pet (1)

Plan and write to persuade others which animal makes the best pet (early years).
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Persuade: The Best Pet (2)

Plan and write to persuade others which animal makes the best pet (middle and upper years).
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Simple Persuasive Writing Template

A basic writing template to organise ideas for persuasive writing.
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Persuasive Devices: Superhero Ad

Read the advertisement and identify the persuasive devices used.