Rhetoric & Persuasion Ethos, Pathos & Logos Sorting Sets Language Arts Activity

Engage Students in a Fun & Thought-Provoking Rhetoric & Persuasion Challenge!

Help students master the art of persuasion with this interactive sorting activity!

Through Ethos, Pathos, and Logos, students will analyze rhetorical appeals and strengthen their critical thinking skills.

What’s Included:
60 Cards in Total – Each of the 20 rhetorical sorting sets includes:
20 Appeal Cards – Identifies the type of rhetorical appeal (Ethos, Pathos, or Logos).
20 Explanation Cards – Defines how the appeal persuades an audience.
20 Persuasive Statement Cards – Provides real-world examples of each appeal in action.
Blank Cards – Perfect for student-generated examples and deeper exploration.

How It Works:
Students will match each appeal with its explanation and persuasive statement to form complete sets! Through discussion and reasoning, they’ll explore how rhetoric shapes arguments and influences audiences.

Best For:
Rhetorical Analysis, Persuasive Writing, Critical Thinking, and ELA

Why Teachers Love It:
Hands-On & Engaging – Makes rhetoric and persuasion interactive.
Promotes Meaningful Discussion – Helps students recognize rhetorical strategies in everyday language.
Customizable for Deeper Learning – Blank cards allow for student-generated examples.
Great for Centers & Small Groups – Ideal for collaborative learning and debate activities.
Classroom-Ready – Print, laminate, and use year after year!
Designed for Grades 6–10

With 60 total cards plus blank templates, this resource transforms rhetorical analysis into a dynamic, engaging experience that helps students grasp Ethos, Pathos, and Logos in a fun and meaningful way!