Expressing & Justifying Opinions
Articulate and justify answers, arguments, and opinions; participate in discussions, presentations, performances, role play, and debates
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An opinion is what you think. A justification is the reason. We practice the full frame: “I think ___ because ___.” One-word likes are a start; the reason makes the opinion clear.
Spend about 10 minutes choosing between two items and justifying the choice with a reason.
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Check understanding
- State an opinion and give a reason (e.g. 'I think ... because ...')
- Participate in a class presentation or performance with confidence
- Explain thinking when answering a question rather than just giving a one-word answer
“When your child disagrees with something or has an opinion, can they say why they think that and back it up with a reason rather than just saying "because I just do"?”
Curriculum record
- Type
- Procedural
- Subject
- English
- Domain
- Speaking & Listening
- Age range
- Ages 4–6
Standards