Project Kick-off: Creative Construction Challenge - Organize students into small teams to design and build prototype gingerbread houses using cardboard and craft materials. Focus on exploring architectural design and brainstorming persuasive language that will be used in their pitches. (45 min)

Elements of Persuasion Mini-Lesson - Introduce students to key components of persuasive writing such as claims, evidence, and counterarguments. Discuss how these elements can be applied to selling a gingerbread house. (20 min)

Brainstorm Unique Features - In teams, students brainstorm and list the unique features of their gingerbread house designs, considering how these features can be highlighted in a real estate pitch. (25 min)

Introduction to Descriptive Language - Conduct a mini-lesson on descriptive language, with a focus on using vivid and sensory details to enhance writing. Provide examples from 'A Christmas Carol' to illustrate effective descriptive writing. (20 min)

Applying Descriptive Language - Students apply what they've learned by writing a descriptive paragraph about their gingerbread house, aiming to paint a vivid picture for potential buyers. (25 min)

Peer Review Session - Facilitate a session where students share their descriptive paragraphs and unique feature lists with peers for feedback. Encourage constructive criticism and suggestions for improvement. (25 min)

Revising Descriptive Paragraphs - Allow time for students to revise their descriptive paragraphs based on peer feedback, focusing on enhancing clarity and persuasiveness. (20 min)

Descriptive Writing Mini-Lesson - Explore how to use vivid language to create a compelling description of the gingerbread house. Introduce sensory details and figurative language to enhance writing. (20 min)

Gingerbread House Planning - Collaborate in groups to brainstorm and outline the unique features of the gingerbread house, incorporating descriptive language. Draft a list of key selling points. (25 min)

Persuasive Techniques Workshop - Review persuasive writing techniques, focusing on how to support claims with reasons and evidence. Discuss how these techniques can be applied to sell a gingerbread house. (25 min)

Drafting Persuasive Arguments - Begin drafting a persuasive argument for the gingerbread house, using the planning from the previous day. Address potential counterarguments and refine claims. (20 min)

Peer Review and Feedback - Exchange drafts with peers for constructive feedback. Focus on the clarity and effectiveness of the argument and use of descriptive language. (20 min)

Revision Session - Use peer feedback to revise and improve the persuasive argument. Ensure that all claims are supported with clear reasons and relevant evidence. (25 min)

Digital Design Introduction - Collaborate with a graphic design studio to learn the basics of creating visually appealing brochures or digital presentations, focusing on layout and color theory. (25 min)

Designing Marketing Materials - Start designing the marketing materials for the gingerbread house, applying skills learned from the graphic design studio. Include visuals and persuasive text. (20 min)

Final Revisions and Refinements - Conduct a final revision session where students polish their persuasive arguments and descriptive elements, ensuring their gingerbread house pitch is clear and compelling. (20 min)

Video Pitch Preparation - Guide students in preparing their video pitch, focusing on how to effectively incorporate elements of 'A Christmas Carol' into their sales pitch. (25 min)

Video Recording Session - Facilitate the recording of student video pitches. Encourage students to express their ideas clearly and confidently, integrating persuasive techniques and narrative elements. (45 min)

Marketing Material Completion - Collaborate with the graphic design studio to finalize brochures and digital presentations, ensuring visual appeal and persuasive content. Students should double-check for clarity and impact. (25 min)

Reflection Wall Contribution - Students post notes on the reflection wall, summarizing what they have learned about persuasive writing and design throughout the project. Encourage self-assessment and growth tracking. (20 min)

Holiday Home Showcase Setup - Organize the exhibition space for the 'Holiday Home Showcase.' Students set up their marketing materials and video pitches in a gallery-style format, preparing for community interaction. (25 min)

Exhibition and Feedback Session - Host the 'Holiday Home Showcase,' inviting visitors to view and provide feedback on the gingerbread house designs and pitches. Facilitate a discussion on the effectiveness of persuasive strategies. (20 min)