Anticipatory Set
Standards
 Writing Strategies 6.1.1
 Choose the form of writing (e.g.,
personal letter, letter to the editor,
review, poem, report, narrative) that
best suits the intended purpose
Overview (Input)
 Different forms of writing have different
purposes
 When you write, you choose the form of writing
that best suits your intended purpose
 Your purpose could be to:
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Tell a story
Persuade someone
Explain something
Express emotions
Or describe something
What is A Letter to the
Editor?
 To persuade readers or inform
them of a fact.
 Choose this form of writing when
you want to convince readers to
do something, to agree with your
opinion, or correct an error or
misunderstanding.
How Do I write a Letter To
The Editor?
 State your facts or opinions
quickly, clearly and politely.
 Supports opinions with evidence
 Since it is intended for a public
audience, it is written with a formal
tone.
 Ex: Business Letter
Let’s Look At One
Together (Input)
Dear Editor,
As you reported in yesterday’s newspaper, the city plans to cut
services on the Green Bus Line. I understand that this is being done
to reduce costs. However, services should not be reduced.
Many kids in the downtown area use the Green Line to get to
the library and the mall. Without the bus service, kids would have
to walk to those places. It’s over three miles. Further, the route is
not safe. Kids could get hurt by passing cars speeding by.
I understand that costs are rising, but we need the Green Bus
Line. The city should not cut it.. Perhaps we can increase the ticket
price.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Anker