Big Ideas

• Book reviews are a way for individuals to express their opinion about the book and encourage others either to read the book or to avoid reading the book.

• Discussing books with others deepens one’s understanding of the author’s message, can help the readers discover new ideas, and helps the reader form their opinion about the book.

• Persuading others requires support for what you believe with examples and/or evidence that reinforces your point of view.

• A variety of media can be used to persuade an audience. Different formats impact individuals in different ways.