Teaching opinion and persuasive writing in elementary school is about more than grammar—it’s about helping kids express themselves with clarity and confidence. Educators use scaffolding, mentor texts, ...

If you still think you can’t write an argumentative essay, think again. Remember the last time you convinced your roommate to get the pizza topping you like. Or that time you ranted on TikTok about ...

A guest essay argues that in an age of helicopter parenting, parents should consider “underachieving.” Do you agree? By Jeremy Engle New York City is rolling out lessons on Jewish and Muslim American ...

When you persuade someone in your writing, your aim is to get them to agree with your point of view. Watch this video where teacher Mr Smith explores persuasive writing and gives you some examples of ...