About Arguments Argumentative texts attempt to persuade the reader to lean towards the writer's bent or point of view. In the oral form this might include someone trying to convince us that Gary Ablett is the greatest footballer ever.
Children begin to learn the structure of argumentative texts from a young age.
Children will readily think of compelling reasons why it might be their turn on the computer, or why they should be able to stay up for an extra half hour before going to bed. In the written form, argumentative texts can be found in editorial features in the print media and in the letters to the editor.