3rd grade opinion writing lessons

Quick answer

In 3rd grade (ages 8–9), children learn to write an opinion piece: state an opinion, give reasons, join them with linking words and finish with a conclusion. Lessons from Learn Bright "Fact and Opinion for Kids", Miacademy and GPB's OREO writing lesson. Play all on repeat, or loop one step while writing.

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Videos in this playlist

  1. 1Fact and Opinion for Kids | What Is the Difference between Facts and Opinions?Fact and Opinion for Kids | What Is the Difference between Facts and Opinions?Learn BrightPlay from here Loop
  2. 2Determining Facts vs. Opinions - Defining, Identifying, and Giving Examples of Facts and OpinionsDetermining Facts vs. Opinions - Defining, Identifying, and Giving Examples of Facts and OpinionsMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  3. 3Forming My Opinion - Using Pros and Cons To Inform Your OpinionForming My Opinion - Using Pros and Cons To Inform Your OpinionMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  4. 4Stating Your Opinion - How To Write an Opinion StatementStating Your Opinion - How To Write an Opinion StatementMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  5. 5Writing My Opinion Statement: Part 1 - Opinion LanguageWriting My Opinion Statement: Part 1 - Opinion LanguageMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  6. 6Writing My Opinion Statement: Part 2 - ReasonsWriting My Opinion Statement: Part 2 - ReasonsMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  7. 7Writing an Introduction Paragraph - How To Write a HookWriting an Introduction Paragraph - How To Write a HookMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  8. 8Writing a Body Paragraph - How To Write a Body Paragraph in Opinion WritingWriting a Body Paragraph - How To Write a Body Paragraph in Opinion WritingMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  9. 9Adding Text Evidence to My Opinion - How To Show Readers Why Our Reasons Make SenseAdding Text Evidence to My Opinion - How To Show Readers Why Our Reasons Make SenseMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Revising and Editing My Opinion: Part 1 - Adding Transition WordsRevising and Editing My Opinion: Part 1 - Adding Transition WordsMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  11. 11Writing My Closing Statement: How To End an Opinion PieceWriting My Closing Statement: How To End an Opinion PieceMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  12. 12Writing a Conclusion Paragraph - How To Write a Call to ActionWriting a Conclusion Paragraph - How To Write a Call to ActionMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  13. 13Revising Opinion Writing- How To Revise Your WritingRevising Opinion Writing- How To Revise Your WritingMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  14. 14OREO Writing/Opinion Writing - 2nd Grade English Language Arts | Let's Learn GA!OREO Writing/Opinion Writing - 2nd Grade English Language Arts | Let's Learn GA!GPB EducationPlay from here Loop
  15. 15Texts That Persuade - Exploring Persuasive StrategiesTexts That Persuade - Exploring Persuasive StrategiesMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  16. 16Exploring Author's Purpose - Is This Author Trying To Persuade Me?Exploring Author's Purpose - Is This Author Trying To Persuade Me?Miacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  17. 17Forming My Opinion and Planning My Persuasive Article - Everyone Should Play Video Games!Forming My Opinion and Planning My Persuasive Article - Everyone Should Play Video Games!Miacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  18. 18Writing My Body Paragraphs - Drafting a Persuasive ArticleWriting My Body Paragraphs - Drafting a Persuasive ArticleMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop
  19. 19Writing My Conclusion - Drafting a Persuasive ArticleWriting My Conclusion - Drafting a Persuasive ArticleMiacademy & MiaPrep Learning ChannelPlay from here Loop

What does this 3rd grade opinion writing unit cover?

It introduces facts versus opinions, forming an opinion, writing an opinion statement, giving reasons and evidence, linking words such as because and for example, and writing a closing. By the end a child should write a paragraph that states an opinion with two reasons and a conclusion.

How does RepeatWatch help with writing lessons?

Set an A–B loop on one step, such as the opinion statement, while your child writes their own. Slow a fast explanation to 0.75×, save each step of the paragraph on keys 1–9, and use Stop after N loops to keep sessions short.

Frequently asked questions

What grade learns opinion writing?

In the US, children start opinion writing in kindergarten to 2nd grade, and in 3rd grade (ages 8–9) they add several reasons, linking words and a concluding statement. Grade levels vary by country and school, so start where your child is.

What is OREO in opinion writing?

OREO is a planning trick: Opinion, Reason, Example, Opinion again. Children state what they think, give a reason, back it with an example, then restate their opinion. The GPB Let's Learn GA! lesson walks through it.