Persuasive Writing Bootcamp Day 3

WELCOME TO PERSUASIVE WRITING BOOTCAMP

BOOTCAMP

​📢 You hate writing? SAME! But guess what? I have discovered a way to make it super easy. No stress, no tears, and NO writing novels! Just follow my cheat codes, and BOOM—you’ll pass this test like a boss. 🚀"

💬 So tell me: On a scale of "I’d rather eat my math homework" to "I got this," how do you feel about writing essays?

Poll

On a scale of

"I’d rather eat my math homework"

to

"I got this,"

how do you feel about writing essays?

• HELP ME!

• Meh, it's okay.

• I'm a writing legend.

Writing an essay is just plugging in answers like a video game. Here’s the cheat code:

🛠 R.A.A.C.E.R.S. Method

1. R – Restate the prompt

2. A – Answer the prompt

3. A - Add context/ background information

4. C - Cite evidence

5. E - Explain your evidence

6. R - Renew evidence & explanation

7. S - Sum it up (summarize main point)

💡 Pro Tip: Just copy-paste this formula into your brain. It’s the only one you need to pass!"

​The Secret Formula (A.K.A. The Cheat Code) 🕹

Poll

How do you feel about RAACERS?

• I completely understand it.

• I'm... getting there.

• I have no idea what this means.

"But how do I structure, or organize, my essay?"

🛠 I.B.C.

1. INTRODUCTION

2. BODY PARAGRAPH 1 : RAACERS

3. BODY PARAGRAPH 2: RAACERS

4. BODY PARAGRAPH 3: RAACERS

5. CONCLUSION

💡 Pro Tip: Follow this sequence, and you've got it.

​The Secret Formula (A.K.A. The Cheat Code) 🕹

Reorder

Reorder the following essay paragraphs

• INTRODUCTION

• BODY PARAGRAPH 1

• BODY PARAGRAPH 2

• BODY PARAGRAPH 3

• CONCLUSION

1

2

3

4

5

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5

You only need ONE sentence to start like a pro.
Your essay is going to be ALL ABOUT THE THESIS.

Your thesis directs your entire essay because it answers the prompt with three reasons why.....

🧐 Writing Prompt: Which is better, dogs or cats?

Example:
Thesis: "Dogs are better than cats because they are loyal, playful, and great protectors."

💬 Your thesis has three things:
Topic + OPINION + 3 supporting reasons

Step 1: The ONE-Sentence Hack to Start Your Essay 🏆

Multiple Select

What 3 things does your thesis need to have? Select all that apply.

• TOPIC

• THREE RINGS

• OPINION

• THREE SUPPORTING REASONS

Multiple Choice

Pick the BEST thesis statement fo the prompt below:

Should parents get paid to teach their children in place of schools?

• No, parents should not teach us, it would be terrible.

• I disagree with this prompt and in this essay I will explain why.

• Parents should not be expected to educate their children unless they choose to because not all parents can afford it, not all parents want to do it, and their children would not enjoy it.

• Parents should not be expected to educate their children unless they choose to due to financial reasons.

You only need ONE sentence to start like a pro. Just answer this writing prompt:

🧐 Which is better, dogs or cats?

Example:
Claim: "Dogs are better than cats because they are loyal, playful, and great protectors."

💬 Your Turn: Choose ONE prompt and then write a claim for the question:

Step 1: The ONE-Sentence Hack to Start Your Essay 🏆

​Writing Prompt 1: Should laws prohibit minors from social media use? Use facts and details to support your response.
Writing Prompt 2: Should cellphones be banned for minors?

Open Ended

Fix the following thesis statement.

Writing Prompt: Is it better to feel pain or eliminate pain all together?

Thesis statement: Yes, it is better to eliminate pain. Pain hurts. People would be happier if we just got rid of pain.

Time to prove your claim! Imagine you’re a lawyer trying to win a case. Find 2-3 facts to support your point.

🔍 Where to Find Evidence:

• Your Brain – What do you already know? Use facts.

• The Text – Use info from articles, books, or passages.

• The Internet – (Only reliable sources, no ‘my cousin said so’ evidence!)

Step 2: The Evidence Treasure Hunt 🔎

Example:
Claim: "Dogs are better than cats because they are loyal, playful, and great protectors."
Evidence:

1. Police dogs help solve crimes. 🕵️‍♂️

2. Dogs can be trained to help blind people. 🦮

3. Dogs warn people about danger. 🚨

Your Turn: Write a claim and support it with evidence.

"Now, explain WHY your evidence matters! Use this formula:

✍️ "[Evidence] proves that [claim] because ___.’

Step 3: The Magic Sentence That Makes You Sound Like a Genius 🤯

Example:
Evidence: Police dogs help solve crimes.
Reasoning: "The aid police dogs provide police in stopping crimes proves that dogs are better than cats because they can save lives and keep people safe!"

Your Turn: Use the sentence starter on the left to explain your evidence.

"Now, put it all together like this:

📝 Paragraph Formula: RAACERS

Example Paragraph:
Dogs are better than cats because they are loyal, playful, and great protectors. Police dogs help solve crimes. This proves that dogs are better than cats because they can save lives and keep people safe. Also, dogs can be trained to help blind people. This proves that dogs are better because they make life easier for humans.

Step 4: The Ultimate ‘Copy-Paste’ Body Paragraph Hack ✂️

"Your intro and conclusion are like a sandwich. 🍔 The meat is in the middle (your body paragraphs), and the intro/conclusion are the bread holding it all together.

📝 Intro Formula:

1. Hook or attention-grabber

2. Offer context (background)

3. Bridge - connect it to your thesis

4. Thesis - your argument with three reasons why

Step 5: The Super Easy Intro & Conclusion Hack 🎤

📝 Conclusion Formula:

1. R - Restate your thesis (but don’t copy-paste!).

2. E - Echo your 3 reasons why.

3. S - So what? Why's it important

4. T - Tell audience what to do

Example:
"In conclusion, dogs are better than cats because they are loyal, playful, and protect people. They work with police and help people in need. By doing so, they keep people safe and work hard to help communities be better. For a pet that truly supports its owner, a dog is the best choice! Support dog facilities today by purchasing a friendly pet as another family member."

"Your intro and conclusion are like a sandwich. 🍔 The meat is in the middle (your body paragraphs), and the intro/conclusion are the bread holding it all together.

📝 Intro Formula:

1. Hook or attention-grabber

2. Offer context (background)

3. Bridge - connect it to your thesis

4. Thesis - your argument with three reasons why

The Final Boss Challenge 🎮

Now you’re ready! Write a full persuasive paragraph using ONE of the two provided writing prompts.

📝 Use this checklist:
✅ Claim
✅ Two pieces of evidence
✅ Reasoning

F . I . N . I . S . H . E . D .

Victory Dance! 💃🕺

BOOM! You did it! Now you have the ultimate cheat code for writing persuasive essays!

💬 Question: How do you feel after writing your essay?

Poll

💬 Question: How do you feel after writing your essay?

• Like a boss!

• It wasn’t that bad!

• I still hate writing, but at least I survived!