| Lesson start ideas | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | English |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| What topic | persuasive speech |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Good morning, class! Today we will be exploring the power of persuasive speech. Have you ever heard a speaker that has captured your attention and caused you to take action? Perhaps they convinced you to make a change, to help a cause, or to adopt a new way of thinking.
To get started, let's watch a video clip of one of the greatest orators of all time, Martin Luther King Jr. as he delivers his famous 'I have a dream' speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. As you watch, I want you to pay attention to how he captures the attention of the audience, how he uses his voice, and hand gestures to emphasize his points.
Now, let's brainstorm some ideas for persuasive speech topics. I want each of you to think of an issue or topic that you feel strongly about and believe could benefit from some positive change. Write it down on a piece of paper and pass it to me, and we'll have a discussion.
Now that we have our topics, it's time to write our persuasive speeches. I want you to write a speech that will convince others to take action on your chosen topic. Remember to use persuasive language, research and data to support your points, and to engage your audience.
Remember, persuasive speech is a powerful tool that can be used to bring about change in our world. I can't wait to hear all of your wonderful speeches!