Middle School Research & Persuasive Writing: Famous Figure Speech Unit

In this unit, students will answer the question “Which historical figure deserves more recognition?” Your researchers will:

• Investigate and discuss the qualities of strong persuasive writing using TED Talks and sample essays
• Conduct a research project on a student-selected topic
• Use the student workbook to guide research, record information from multiple sources, and organize facts and details
• Draft, edit, revise, and publish online with Google Suite
• Use success criteria throughout the unit to guide and evaluate writing
• Practice and present an oral presentation

Included in this file:

• 7-page Teaching Guide outlining included digital activities and resources
• 15 CCSS-aligned traditional lesson plans for reference
• 7-page ready-to-use digital student workbook
• Templates to guide drafting
• Editing Checklist Google Form
• Success Criteria for student self-evaluation and assessment
• Rubrics for evaluating research notes and oral presentations
• Slides presentations on transition words and persuasive introductions and conclusions
• Model workbook pages and draft featuring Katherine Johnson

Recognize the contributions of unsung heroes ALL year long or use in conjunction with National Hispanic Heritage Month, Black History Month, Women's History Month, or AAPI Heritage Month.

**Note** This unit contains digital student materials for use with Google Workspace. A printable version of this unit for in-person instruction is also available:

https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Famous-Figure-Persuasive-Speech-Writing-Unit-5877437