Thursday, April 30, 2015

Persuasive writing

As a class we brainstormed ideas about the pro's and con's of owning a pet.
The students worked in small groups to expand on one of the ideas we came up with.
We put all their arguments together. This is an example students can use when writing their own persuasive piece.

Introduction

There are good and bad things about owning a pet.
You can argue that pets are fantastic or that we should not have pets.

YES – It is a good idea to own a pet

We truly believe that it is a wonderful idea to own a pet. One of our reasons is that 
pet’s give you comfort. They smile at you and wag their tails. If you are an only child a pet can play with you, love you and stop you from feeling lonely.  Pets can give you company when you are bored and have nothing to do. You can run around and play with your pet, take it for walks and groom it.
Moneth and Ellie

We strongly believe that owning a pet is good because while caring for a pet you can develop learner profiles, such as responsibility, knowledge and being caring. You can also develop time management skills as you balance your time so you can care for an animal. You need to be responsible for this animal. You need to give the animal love, water, food. You need to clean up after the animal and walk it regularly so it is healthy. When you are walking a dog you have the added bonus of exercising yourself. You also become more knowledgeable when you learn how to care for your animal and meet all its needs.
Carlota, Champei, Jessica

It is a good idea to own a pet because your pet it can help keep you safe. It can guard you while you sleep, as it will alert you if there is an intruder. It also keeps your belongings safe as it deters intruders or thieves when you areaway from the house. You can put a Beware  Dog sign on your gate and no one will enter. You will also be protected when you are walking because your dog is with you. People might say it can also attack you but a well-trained dog will always be on your side.
Julian, JC

Some people may say that owning a pet is a lot of hard work and not worth the effort. It is true there is work involved in caring for an animal. It needs to be fed, bathed and walked. It also gives a lot back though. You get love and friendship in return. You learn to be more responsible by caring for an animal and learn many important skills.
Arthur and Panhaboth


NO – It is not a good idea to own a pet

Having a pet is not a good idea. Many pets are illegal to own, it is unfair to the pet and there are many consequences to you the pet owner. There are many laws against owning illegal pets. If you are found with an illegal pet you may have to pay fines and may even go to jail. Animals should not be kept in cages and small spaces. They need to be free. Animals need space to run and may suffer from depression if they are kept in small areas. They can suffer when they are not treated well and may even attack you.
Ella and Emely

We strongly believe that it is not pleasant to own a pet. Pets can be extremely difficult to train. One of the reasons you should not have a pet is the mess you will have to clean up. Animals can be very messy and get dirty. Another reason why it is not good to have a pet is they can be difficult. When they meet someone new they can be naughty and hard to control.
Molly and Hee Joo

Pets can be hard work. Some people are lazy and cannot be bothered to walk their pets. Some people do not like exercise and their pets do not get a chance to get out and run. Animals can also be difficult when you take them to the vet. They may not want to get in the car and may poo, wee or be very loud when you are transporting them. As a pet owner you need to make sure your pet has all its shots to prevent sickness. You also need to feed your pets appropriate food and organize a pet sitter for the times you will be away. Being a pet owner is hard work.
Lyka and Helen






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