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Comparing persuasive texts
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Year 9English60 minutesPersuasive textsExplicit teaching
Learning intentions

We are learning to…

identify the persuasive choices two writers use to position an audience
compare the effect of those choices using evidence from both texts
Success criteria
I can name three persuasive devices in each text
I can explain the effect of a device on the reader
I can write a comparative paragraph using evidence
Teaching and learning sequence · 60 min
0-10 min
Introduction
TeacherReads the opening of Text A aloud and names the writer's first move.
StudentsAnnotate one persuasive choice, then share it with a partner.
AssessmentCold call two pairs to check the device is named correctly.
10-45 min
Body
TeacherModels one comparative sentence, then releases students to Text B.
StudentsComplete the comparison table, then draft a paragraph with evidence.
AssessmentCirculate and check the evidence column before drafting starts.
45-60 min
Conclusion
TeacherReads two anonymous paragraphs and asks which compares more clearly.
StudentsWrite an exit ticket naming the stronger paragraph and why.
AssessmentExit tickets sorted into secure / not yet for tomorrow's starter.
Syllabus outcomes
3/3
EN5-1A
Responds to and composes texts
EN5-3B
Selects and uses language forms for effect
EN5-7C
Reflects on and assesses composing
Focus for
Explicit teaching
Modelled comparison before independent drafting.
Literacy focus
Sentence stems for comparative connectives.
Differentiation
Vocabulary supportParagraph frameExtension taskPartner reading
NSW syllabus aligned
Evidence-informed pedagogy
A simple plan on one page
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