Structured Opinion Writing
Compose opinion pieces that introduce a topic, state a clear point of view, provide organised reasons linked with connecting words, and include a concluding statement or section
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Can your child write a persuasive piece — like arguing for a longer lunch break or why dogs are better pets than cats — with a clear viewpoint, organised reasons, and a conclusion?
Compose opinion pieces that introduce a topic, state a clear point of view, provide organised reasons linked with connecting words, and include a concluding statement or section
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- Write an opinion piece that introduces the topic, states a clear opinion, and provides at least two reasons
- Use linking words (because, and, also, for example) to connect the opinion to supporting reasons
- End an opinion piece with a concluding statement that restates or reinforces the opinion
“Can your child write a persuasive piece — like arguing for a longer lunch break or why dogs are better pets than cats — with a clear viewpoint, organised reasons, and a conclusion?”
Curriculum record
- Type
- Procedural
- Subject
- English
- Domain
- Writing Composition
- Age range
- Ages 6–11
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