This resource includes a read aloud lesson plan for The Day the Crayons Quit. This resource includes slides (Powerpoint, ActivInspire, and PDF) that go along with the lesson plan. The lesson focuses on persuasive/argument techniques. This lesson also introduces persuasive/argumentative vocabulary. The lesson is great for an introduction to persuasive or argumentative reading and writing. This lesson is a good resource to pair with Lucy Calkins' 5th grade Argument & Advocacy Unit.