Should children be allowed to use mobile phones during school time?
This week you're going to learn how to write a balanced argument. A balanced argument gives points for and against a specific topic.
Lesson 1
Take a look at the balanced argument about banning homework. Can you create a table showing the arguments for banning homework and those against banning homework.
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Lesson 2
Using conjunctions and adverbials is important in balanced argument writing. If you have forgotten what these are use the BBC Bitesize link to remind yourself.

Lesson 3
Now it's time to think of arguments for and against using mobile phones during school time. There is an example in the table below to help you make a start.
For using mobile phones at school | Against using mobile phones at school |
Mobile phones could be used for learning games like time table rockstars.
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They can be distracting during lessons - children might use them when they shouldn't
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Lesson 4
Have a go at planning your balanced argument using your for and against table from lesson 3.
Use the BBC Bitesize link to learn more about writing a balanced argument.
Then add your ideas to the planning sheet.
Lesson 5
Now it's time to write your balanced argument. Use the structure below to help you and don't forget to have a look at the word banks.