Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS):
6.10.B*
explain whether facts included in an argument are used for or against an issue
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS):
6.11*
Students analyze, make inferences and draw conclusions about persuasive text and provide evidence from text to support their analysis.
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS):
6.11.A*
compare and contrast the structure and viewpoints of two different authors writing for the same purpose, noting the stated claim and supporting evidence;
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS):
6.11.B*
identify simply faulty reasoning used in persuasive texts
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS):
6.13.C*
critique persuasive techniques (e.g., testimonials, bandwagon appeal) used in media messages
6th Grade Reading - Persuasive Arguments and Claims Lesson
Persuasive Arguments and Claims
Authors write persuasive arguments to persuade readers to believe, think, feel, or do something. In a persuasive text, the claim is what the author wants to persuade, or convince, readers to believe, think, feel, or do.
Persuasive arguments and claims can be found everywhere, from TV commercials to the newspaper. When you read, ask yourself these questions:
Is the author trying to make me believe, think, feel, or do something?