Download or read book Writing a Persuasive Essay, Grades 5 - 8 written by R. E. Myers and published by Mark Twain Media. This book was released on 2008-09-02 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Write on! Write with students in grades 5 and up using Writing a Persuasive Essay. This 80-page book breaks down persuasive writing into manageable steps such as choosing a subject, analyzing, defining terms, gathering information and organizing. Also covers supporting an argument, reviewing and writing the essay, revising, and finalizing. Clear information and examples teach students how to complete each step. The book also includes information for teachers and parents and tips for evaluating student responses.