10 Fun Ways to Make Persuasive Writing Exciting for Students!

Before diving into the activities, set the stage with a great introduction! 

This YouTube video is a fantastic way to help students understand the basics of persuasive writing. 

It covers key questions like: 

• What is persuasive writing? 
• How do we persuade someone? 
• And who can we persuade?

Showing this video at the start of your lesson will provide students with a clear foundation before they begin their writing journey.

Instead of the usual essays, why not shake things up with some fun, creative activities that get students thinking critically while having a blast?

 These engaging tasks will help students develop strong arguments, use persuasive techniques, and refine their writing skills—all while enjoying the process. 

Encourage students to unleash their creativity by creating a TV or radio ad for a wacky, out-of-this-world product (e.g., a flying backpack, a homework robot, or a pizza that delivers itself!). 

Students will need to write a script that includes persuasive techniques, such as using appealing language, strong arguments, and humor, to convince their audience why this invention is a must-have. 

They can focus on how the product solves a common problem or makes life easier and more fun.

To help them map out their ad, our Persuasive Writing Templates are a great resource! These templates provide a clear structure and useful sentence starters to guide students as they craft their persuasive pitch.

Want to boost engagement and get your students excited about persuasive writing?

 Challenge them to write a persuasive letter convincing you to grant them extra recess, a class pet, or a special treat. 

Encourage them to use strong arguments, persuasive language, and a clear structure to make their case compelling and well-organized. 

This exercise helps students practice crafting persuasive content while focusing on key writing skills like logic, clarity, and emotional appeal.

To make it even more exciting, turn it into a friendly competition—offer a small reward for the most convincing arguments! 

Whether it’s an extra few minutes of recess, a small treat, or something fun for the class, the opportunity to win will motivate students to put their best persuasive skills to work.

Give students a fun and thought-provoking “Would You Rather?” question (e.g., Would you rather have a pet dragon or a pet unicorn?). 

Encourage them to think creatively and write a persuasive piece explaining their choice.

 They must use strong reasoning, logical arguments, and persuasive language to explain why their choice is the best one.

To make it more engaging, challenge students to anticipate potential objections and address them in their writing. 

This exercise not only helps students practice persuasive writing, but also boosts critical thinking and the ability to present a clear and convincing argument!

Turn your classroom into an exciting election! Give students the chance to run for a fun classroom “position” such as Minister of Music, Snack Coordinator, or Chief Joke Teller. 

Each candidate must write a persuasive speech outlining why they are the best person for the job, using strong arguments and persuasive language to win over their classmates.

To take it up a notch, have students design eye-catching campaign posters with slogans and key promises to support their speech. 

Wrap up the activity with a class vote to decide the winners—it’s a fun and engaging way to bring persuasive writing and public speaking to life!

Encourage students to rewrite a classic fairytale from the villain’s perspective, giving them the opportunity to explore the story through a new lens.

Was the Big Bad Wolf really just misunderstood, acting out of necessity rather than malice? 

Did Cinderella’s stepsisters actually have a valid reason for their behavior, or were they simply following their own set of expectations?

This activity challenges students to think critically and creatively as they use persuasive techniques to argue their villain’s side of the story. 

They must craft convincing arguments, provide strong reasoning, and consider different viewpoints to reframe the narrative.

 By doing so, students not only practice persuasive writing but also develop empathy and a deeper understanding of character motivations. 

It’s a fun, imaginative way to spark students' creativity while reinforcing persuasive techniques!

Hand each student a random object (e.g., a paperclip, a sock, a spoon, or even a pencil) and challenge them to write a persuasive pitch to “sell” it as something truly amazing.

Encourage them to think outside the box and use their imagination to transform the object into something extraordinary. For example, a sock could be marketed as “not just a sock—it’s a secret superhero disguise that hides your true identity while keeping you warm!”

This activity encourages students to think creatively while applying persuasive techniques to make their everyday object sound irresistible.

They will need to craft compelling arguments, use descriptive language, and focus on the object’s "special" qualities to convince others of its value.

It’s a fun and engaging way to practice persuasive writing while sparking students’ creativity and critical thinking skills!

Students write a persuasive Instagram post, tweet, or YouTube script convincing people to support a cause they care about (e.g., Adopt, don’t shop!). 

They’ll need to use hashtags, catchy slogans, and engaging language to make their argument as compelling and shareable as possible. 

This activity challenges them to think about how to connect with their audience in a concise, creative way while still presenting a clear and persuasive message. 

Encourage students to use persuasive techniques such as appealing to emotions, using statistics, or telling a relatable story to make their cause stand out.

Students choose their favourite celebrity, author, or sports star and write a persuasive letter convincing them to visit the school, donate to a cause, or support an event. 

They will need to craft a compelling argument, using persuasive techniques to make their request irresistible.

 Encourage them to not only think about global stars but also consider local celebrities who might be more likely to respond.

 This exercise encourages students to research their chosen figure’s interests and align their persuasive message with what might appeal to them. 

Who knows? Their letter might just get a response, and they could spark a meaningful connection or even a surprise visit!

Persuasive writing doesn’t have to be boring! By incorporating interactive activities and creative prompts, you can transform your classroom into an engaging environment where students develop essential writing skills while having fun.

Whether they’re debating, advertising, or persuading a celebrity, these activities will help them master the art of persuasion in an exciting way!

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