What is an opinion?

What you think about something is called an opinion.
Why you like or don't like something is your
reason why.

Opening sentence and "reasons."
Add details underneath reason.
Add transition words and a closing sentence.
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Opinion
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It is sweet and minty
In my opinion, mint and chip is the best ice cream flavor!
These are the reasons why I think mint and chip is the best flavor!
First of all, In addition,
It is refreshing on a hot day
the mini chocolate chips add a wonderful texture in every bit
the tiny bits add crunch and melt in your mouth

Opinion Sentence Starters
In my opinion…
I believe…
I know…
I feel…
I think…
I prefer…
The best thing about...

Reasons
Opinion

Opening sentence and "reasons."
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Add transition words and a closing sentence.
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Opinion
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Reason #1 Reason #2
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Transition Words for Opinion Writing
Transition to Begin
Transition When Providing Reasons
Transition When Providing Examples or Details
Transition When Coming to a Conclusion
First
First of all
To start
To begin with
Second, third…
Next
After that
Another reason
Also
In addition
For example
For instance
In particular
Specifically
Additionally
In other words
In fact
An example is
Finally
Lastly
Last of all
Most importantly
One last reason
In conclusion

Which would you prefer? Explain why.
snow day beach day

Which would make the best pet? Explain why?
Trang Le

Which would you choose? Explain why?
movies park

What is your favorite food? Explain why?

Which would you choose? Explain why?
video games play with toys
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Who is your favorite teacher? Explain why?

What do you prefer doing? Explain why?
board games read books

Which do you think is harder to do? Explain why?
chores homework

Which do you prefer? Explain why?
night day

Which do you prefer? Explain why?

All writers can improve their drafts by revising and editing.
Revising means changing our drafts to make our writing clearer and more interesting.
Editing means to correct errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation, and grammar.

Reasons
Opinion

Opinion
Give reasons
Tell me more
Say you opinion again
Opening sentence and "reasons."
Add details underneath each reason.
Add transition words and a closing sentence.
Oral rehearse before taking it off the map.
Reason #1 Reason #2 Reason #3
Opening Sentence
Closing
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