This lesson pack helps pupils understand how modal verbs can strengthen persuasive writing. Children begin by rewriting given sentences so they include modal verbs, then move on to creating their own persuasive statements. A challenge task encourages pupils to use both positive and negative modal verbs and explain which ones are the most effective and why.

This resource supports confident grammar application by showing pupils how the choice of modal verb can influence tone and impact on the reader. It encourages clear reasoning, discussion and independent sentence construction so pupils can apply modal verbs purposefully in their persuasive work.