English // Writing Composition

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

Ages
6 to 11
Type
Method
Builds on
2 topics
Leads to
1 topic
Standards
16 codes

Quick check

Can the learner 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?

Ask this to see whether the topic is secure.

Topic // Mastery

What mastery looks like

What a learner can do once this topic is secure.
  • 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

Topic // Map

Where this fits

What to learn first and what this topic opens up, with the reason for each link. Required links come first.
  • RequiredMust come first
  • HelpfulHelps, but not essential

Before this

2 topics
  • Writing opinionsRequired

    Writing Composition // Ages 5 to 7

    Structured opinion with reasons and linking words builds on stating a simple opinion/preference

  • Writing Craft VocabularyHelpful

    Writing Composition // Ages 8 to 11

    Opinion writing with a point of view requires 'argument', 'evidence', 'perspective', and 'formal' vocabulary

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Structured Opinion Writing

Ages 6 to 11 // Method

Leads to

1 topic
  • Controlling variables (age 11+)Helpful

    Science // Scientific Inquiry // Ages 11 to 12

    Forming a testable scientific hypothesis with a predicted outcome has structural parallels with the English skill of constructing an opinion piece with a clear point of view and supporting reasoning

Topic // Standards

Curriculum standards

Codes for the curriculum statements this topic maps to. Each publisher owns its standard text.
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects
W.2.1W.3.1W.3.1aW.3.1bW.3.1cW.3.1dW.4.1W.4.1aW.4.1bW.4.1cW.4.1dW.5.1W.5.1aW.5.1bW.5.1cW.5.1d

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