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Which subject	English
What age group	Year or Grade 3
What topic	Argument essay
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English Lesson Introduction: Argument Essays

Opening Activity: "Pet Debate"

Objective:

To introduce students to the concept of argument essays by engaging them in a fun and interactive debate.

Materials Needed:

• Two signs: “Team Cat” and “Team Dog”
• A timer or stopwatch
• Whiteboard and markers

Lesson Introduction:

Let’s kick-off our lesson with something exciting! Today, we are going to learn about argument essays, which help us express our opinions and convince others to see our point of view. But how do we start? With a little friendly competition!

Steps to Follow:

1. Divide the Class:

   • Split the class into two groups. One group will represent “Team Cat,” and the other will be “Team Dog.”

2. Explain the Rules:

   • Each team will have 3 minutes to prepare arguments on why their pet (cat or dog) makes a better pet.
   • Encourage them to think about attributes such as loyalty, friendliness, fun, and care.

3. Debate:

   • After preparation time, each team will take turns presenting their arguments to the class.
   • Allow 1 minute for each team to make their case, and then let the opposing team ask one question about their arguments.

4. Class Vote:

   • Once both teams have presented, have everyone in the class vote on which pet they believe is the better choice and why.
   • Ask students to justify their votes, encouraging them to use reasoning in their responses.

5. Reflection:

   • After the debate ends, gather everyone’s attention and discuss how they voiced their opinions and supported them with reasons.
   • Explain that these are the same skills we will use when writing our argument essays!

Conclusion:

This lively debate gives everyone a taste of what it feels like to argue their point of view and back it up with supporting reasons. Ready to dig deeper into the world of argument essays? Let’s explore how to organize our thoughts and present them on paper!

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By the time we finish this lesson, you'll be prepared to write your own argument essays, where you can share your opinions on topics that matter to you!