Unit 5, Multiage k-2. Argument and Persuasion

Engage your students in the art of argument and persuasion with this 170+ page resource, specifically designed for NSW DET Multistage K-2 teachers. Using the entertaining and highly relatable texts Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems and Do Not Open This Book by Andy Lee, this unit delves into persuasive techniques, argument structure, and creative expression to captivate young learners.

What’s Included?

• Editable PowerPoint Presentation: Vibrant slides with embedded animations to bring lessons to life.
• PDF for Printing: Perfect for offline teaching and flexible learning environments.
• Google Slides Version: Accessible for classrooms with digital tools.

Why Teachers Love This Resource

• Time-Saving: Designed for busy educators, this resource requires minimal preparation.
• Multiple Formats: Choose from PowerPoint, Google Slides, or PDF to suit your teaching needs.
• Engaging Visuals: Animated slides and colourful designs keep students focused and enthusiastic.
• Ease of Use: Pre-designed slides and activities ensure lessons are ready to go.
• Consistency in Design: Google fonts included for seamless formatting across platforms.

Transform Your English Lessons

• Explore how persuasive language and visuals impact storytelling and decision-making.
• Help students craft arguments using evidence, language features, and illustrations.
• Encourage collaboration through role-play, discussions, and creative writing tasks.
• Develop critical thinking by comparing and analysing the persuasive elements in mentor texts.

Learning Outcomes

Early Stage 1:

• Understand how verbs, pictures, and vocabulary support persuasive storytelling.
• Plan and write ideas using drawings, labels, and simple sentences.
• Retell and discuss favourite stories using personal preferences.

Stage 1:

• Identify persuasive language and visual effects.
• Create persuasive arguments using dialogue, punctuation, and illustrations.
• Compare texts and provide feedback to peers based on criteria.
• Innovate by acting out and illustrating their own arguments.

Enhancing Student Engagement

This resource integrates fun and interactive teaching strategies:

• Role-Playing and Reader’s Theatre: Act out key scenes to develop expressive language skills.
• Think-Pair-Share: Encourage collaborative learning and deep discussions.
• Visual and Written Expression: Combine illustrations and writing to create compelling arguments.

Attribution is given to: © State of New South Wales (Department of Education), 2023.