Opinion Writing Unit with 6 Weeks of Lesson Plans for 2nd & 3rd

Do you struggle with teaching opinion writing to your second or third grade students? You're not alone! Writing instruction is often overlooked by textbook creators, which is why I created this six-week opinion writing unit. It includes EVERYTHING you need to teach opinion writing in just 30 minutes a day! Printable and digital components are both included, and it is an excellent back to school resource!

➡️ Would you like to try it out first? You can download 2 FREE days of lessons here!

What Is Included in This Resource?

• Detailed Teaching Tips
• 23-Minute Introductory Video for Teachers
• Unit-At-A-Glance (6 Weeks)
• Daily Lesson Plans (30 Days)
  • 15 Daily Lesson Plans of Foundational Writing Skills:
    • Topics
    • Facts vs. Opinions
    • Read Mentor Texts
    • Review and Annotate Mentor Texts
    • Opinion vs. Reasons
    • Main Idea - Opinion
    • Main Idea - Reasons
    • Essay Structure
    • Ask a Question "Hook"
    • State a Fact "Hook"
    • Share an Anecdote "Hook"
    • Writing the "Body" Paragraphs
    • Restating the Main Idea to Conclude
    • "Ask a Question" Closing Sentence
    • "End with a Warning" Closing Sentence

• • 15 Daily Lesson Plans of Instructional Opinion Writing Essay Practice:
    • Mentor Texts Are Included - No Need to Purchase Any Other Resources or Books!
    • Detailed Instructions in the Lesson Plans
    • Writing the Opinion Planner
    • Writing the Introduction Paragraph
    • Writing the First Reason Paragraph
    • Writing the Second Reason Paragraph
    • Writing the Conclusion Paragraph
    • Included Instructional Opinion Writing Prompts:
      • "Should Marine Animals Be Kept in Aquariums?" Writing Prompt
      • "Should Our Recess Time Be Extended?" Writing Prompt
      • "Should Students Have Cell Phones at School?" Writing Prompt

• • • Completed Essay Examples
    • Printable and EDITABLE Digital Versions

• Daily Teaching Slides on Google Slides™ (30 Days)
• Anchor Charts (in Color and Black-and-White)
• 1 Pre-Test/Post-Test Opinion Writing Prompt with Completed Example
• Student Notebook Printables with Completed Examples
• Teacher Binder Covers (in Color and Black-and-White)
• Student Notebook Covers
• Instructional Time Ideas for Mini-Lessons and Small Groups
• Printable Teacher Forms for Differentiated Small Groups
• Printable Teacher Forms for Individualized Instruction

Please Note:

You need to have a Google™ account to access the digital version. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

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What Are Different Ways You Can Use Writing Prompts?

• Whole Group Instruction: Model how to plan and write the essay, then have your students write it independently or with support.
• Small Group Instruction: Give different groups of students various writing prompts and work with them in small groups. This is a great way to differentiate your instruction.
• Assessment: Assign a writing prompt to your students and have them complete it for a grade.
• Early Finishers: When students finish their work early, writing prompts are a great way to practice writing.
• ELA Rotations/Centers: If you have ELA rotations/centers in your classroom, have a rotation dedicated to writing and have students practice answering the writing prompts.
• ELA Test Prep: On many state assessments, students are required to write an essay based on a prompt. These writing prompts can help prepare them.

How Can You Use Writing Prompts to Teach Your Whole Class?

• I suggest teaching one writing prompt per week.
• During the week, you can model how to plan and write an essay to your students, then have them write their own essays independently or collaboratively.

Where Can You Find More Information about Teaching Writing?

• Click here to visit my blog, where I provide tips for teaching writing in elementary classrooms.

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