Lesson 1: Persuasive Writers
Handout 4

Issues or Concerns: Brainstorming Worksheet

Brainstorm needs and issues that you think need to be addressed. Complete as much of the table as you can. Some examples have been provided to get you started.

Issue or Challenge School, Community, Nation or World Information Resources Audience Format of Persuasive Writing

School auditorium not outfitted with a system for helping people with hearing disabilities

 

school observation, date of building, Americans with Disabilities Act principal, student council, school board
  • letter to the school board

Need for recreational activities for young people  such as skate park, recreation center, etc.

 

community local recreation department, examples from other municipalities of similar size city council, community service groups such as Rotary,
local newspaper
  • petition
  • software presentation
  • letter to editor

Famine in Darfur

world United Nations local newspaper, U.S. senator or representative, student body
  • letters to government officials
  • letter to editor