| Persuasive Essay (6th Grade Focus) | Argumentative Essay (7th Grade Focus) | | :--- | :--- | | Uses emotional stories (pathos) | Uses facts, stats, and expert quotes (logos) | | Ignores the other side | Includes a counterclaim and rebuttal | | "I believe..." | "The evidence shows..." |
Broad "why" statements that support your claim (e.g., "They cause pollution"). Argumentative Essay 7th Grade