More Sports In School - Persuasive Writing Writing Prompt

The Prompt

Imagine you get to decide how much sport and PE we have at school! Your task is to write a powerful letter or speech to the 'School Board' – these are the important people who make big decisions about our school. You need to convince them that we should either have much more sport and physical education, or much less.

Think carefully about why your idea is the best. If you want more sport, explain how it helps us stay healthy, happy, and even learn better in other subjects. If you think we need less sport, perhaps you believe we need more time for subjects like Maths, English, or Science to help us get smarter.

Remember, you're trying to persuade them! Use strong words and give good reasons. Think about what's best for everyone at our school. What do you think is the perfect balance between running around and learning in the classroom?

💡 Writing Tips

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Decide clearly: Do you want more sport or less? Pick one side!
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Think of 2-3 strong reasons why your idea is good for everyone at school.
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Use powerful words to convince the School Board (e.g., 'essential,' 'vital,' 'improve,' 'benefit').
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Imagine you're talking directly to them – be clear and confident.
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Don't forget to mention how your idea balances fitness and learning.

📝 Sample Answer

Dear School Board, I am writing to strongly suggest that our school significantly increases the amount of sports and physical education we have each week. While learning in the classroom is very important, our bodies and minds also need time to be active! More sport would make us healthier and happier. When we run, jump, and play, it helps us concentrate better in lessons afterwards. It gives us energy, reduces stress, and teaches us teamwork. Imagine how much more focused we would be in Maths if we had a quick game of dodgeball before! We could even learn about healthy eating and different sports. Giving us more time for PE isn't just about fitness; it's about helping us become well-rounded, energetic learners. I truly believe that more active children will be more successful children.

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