1. By: Lavosha Williams

2. Persuasive Writing is A writing technique used to persuade a particular audience to believe what the writer believes. 3. Why is this genre of writing important: To have a voice To create change To raise awareness 4. Persuasive writing Styles: Essay style- this style resembles a typical essay style; however, for the essay to be considered a persuasive essay, the writer must take a clear stance on the issue and write in a persuasive manner Letter style- this style resembles a typical letter format; however, for this letter to be considered a persuasive letter, the writer must take a position and try to persuade the reader to believe them. 5. Sample topics for persuasive writing: Legal drinking age should be lowered (persuade for or against) Students should be required to wear uniforms (persuade for or against) Teachers should get paid more (persuade for or against) 6. Lets view some fun persuasive advertisements as well! 7. Persuasive Writing in a Nutshell: A genre of writing, either in letter or essay form, that is used to persuade a particular audience for or against an idea. By using this persuasive genre, you will be able to voice your opinion, cause an awareness, and create change. 8. The End