The overall purpose of this activity is to engage your students in persuasive writing. Students are asked to think of a venue for the local Valentine's Day Dance. This resource is intended to help your students understand the key components (effective lead, supporting evidence, objections, responses, etc.) that need to be included when writing a persuasive piece. Included in this Resource: Teacher Tips & Lesson Plan Handout (3-pages) Valentine’s Dance Student Handout (1-page; 2 per page)Pers