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Which subject	Literature
What topic	Persuasive writing Cereal box selling and commercial
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Persuasive Writing - Cereal Box Selling and Commercial

Subject

Literature

Topic

Persuasive Writing: Cereal Box Selling and Commercial

Objectives

• Understand the principles of persuasive writing.
• Analyze persuasive techniques used in advertisements.
• Create a persuasive cereal box design and a corresponding commercial.

Materials

• Sample cereal boxes (real or printouts)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Paper and colored markers or crayons
• Projector (optional for showing examples)
• Handouts outlining persuasive writing techniques

Grade/Age Group

Flexible (suitable for various grade levels)

Class Size

20 students

Lesson Duration

30 minutes

Alignment with National Curriculum

This lesson aligns with Canadian standards for developing writing skills, critical thinking, and media literacy.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Persuasive Writing	5 mins	Discuss the definition of persuasive writing. Explain its purpose and relevance in advertising.
2	Analyzing Persuasive Techniques	10 mins	Show examples of cereal ads and boxes. Identify and discuss specific persuasive techniques used (e.g., emotional appeal, catchy slogans).
3	Group Brainstorming Activity	5 mins	Divide students into pairs. Have them brainstorm ideas for their own cereal product, including name, flavor, and target audience.
4	Create a Cereal Box Design	5 mins	Students design a cereal box using colored markers and paper. They should incorporate persuasive elements discussed earlier.
5	Write a Commercial Script	5 mins	Students write a short script for a commercial that showcases their designed cereal box. Encourage them to use persuasive language.
6	Closing and Homework Assignment	5 mins	Briefly discuss key takeaways. Homework: Students will refine their designs and scripts at home and submit them via email or online platform.

Homework

• Refine cereal box design and commercial script for submission online. Ensure students know their work will be reviewed, but no presentations will be required in class.

Lesson script