Opinion Writing with Strong Reasons
Write a clear opinion draft with an introduction
Include 2-3 supporting reasons in writing
Create a conclusion that restates the main opinion
“Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.”
— Proverbs 16:24 (WEB)Just like our writing can be kind and helpful, our words can bring encouragement to others
Review opinion writing graphic organizer from previous lesson. Remind students about the parts of opinion writing: introduction, reasons, conclusion
Today we will turn our organized thoughts into a full draft. Remember to use clear sentences and explain your reasons.
Students will transform their graphic organizer into a complete draft, focusing on clear writing
Simpler: Use sentence starters for each section
Challenge: Add descriptive words to make reasons more interesting
Share one sentence from your draft with a partner
Dear Jesus, help us use our words to be kind and share our thoughts clearly.
Coming up: Tomorrow we will learn about revising our opinion writing
“Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.”
— Proverbs 16:24 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Write each word on a paper 'honeycomb' shape and practice saying together
Second graders are learning to express opinions with supporting reasons
Staying on topic and writing complete sentences
Clear introduction, reasons that make sense, conclusion that matches introduction