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Strategies for Writers Grade 4 © Zaner-Bloser, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Opinion Writing What is Opinion Writing? Opinion writing states a claim and gives the writer’s views on a topic. It persuades readers to think or feel a certain way or calls them to take some action.

Strategies for Writers Grade 4 © Zaner-Bloser, Inc. All Rights Reserved. advertising letters to an editor book reviews magazine articles newspaper columns Opinion Writing You can find opinion writing in many places:

Strategies for Writers Grade 4 © Zaner-Bloser, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Opinion Writing Traits A clear opinion in a thesis statement Strong supporting reasons and facts Counterclaims anticipated and addressed A logical organization: the introduction includes an opinion, the body includes a strong argument, and the conclusion ends with a summary or call to action Effective transitions that link opinions and reasons Opinion Writing

Strategies for Writers Grade 4 © Zaner-Bloser, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Opinion Writing Traits A voice and tone that are appropriate for the purpose and audience Opinion Writing Language that is fair, balanced, and precise

Strategies for Writers Grade 4 © Zaner-Bloser, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Opinion Writing Traits A variety of sentences that add interest to the writing and are easy to read No or few errors in grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling Opinion Writing

Strategies for Writers Grade 4 © Zaner-Bloser, Inc. All Rights Reserved. What are the goals of an opinion paper? To state the writer’s opinion To support the opinion with logically ordered reasons reinforced by unbiased facts and details Opinion Writing

Strategies for Writers Grade 4 © Zaner-Bloser, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Opinion Writing Example I think students at Garrett Elementary School should not have to wear school uniforms. Many people believe that a dress code allows students to focus on their grades. However, other schools in the city that do not have dress codes also receive excellent academic rankings. In addition, the uniforms are uncomfortable and expensive. Consequently, the teachers should let the students at Garrett Elementary wear their own clothes. Writer’s Opinion Opinion Writing

Strategies for Writers Grade 4 © Zaner-Bloser, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Opinion Writing Example Reasons Opinion Writing I think students at Garrett Elementary School should not have to wear school uniforms. Many people believe that a dress code allows students to focus on their grades. However, other schools in the city that do not have dress codes also receive excellent academic rankings. In addition, the uniforms are uncomfortable and expensive. Consequently, the teachers should let the students at Garrett Elementary wear their own clothes.

Strategies for Writers Grade 4 © Zaner-Bloser, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Opinion Writing Example Linking Words and Phrases Opinion Writing I think students at Garrett Elementary School should not have to wear school uniforms. Many people believe that a dress code allows students to focus on their grades. However, other schools in the city that do not have dress codes also receive excellent academic rankings. In addition, the uniforms are uncomfortable and expensive. Consequently, the teachers should let the students at Garrett Elementary wear their own clothes.

Strategies for Writers Grade 4 © Zaner-Bloser, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Opinion Writing Example Concluding Statement Opinion Writing I think students at Garrett Elementary School should not have to wear school uniforms. Many people believe that a dress code allows students to focus on their grades. However, other schools in the city that do not have dress codes also receive excellent academic rankings. In addition, the uniforms are uncomfortable and expensive. Consequently, the teachers should let the students at Garrett Elementary wear their own clothes.

Strategies for Writers Grade 4 © Zaner-Bloser, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Editorial Response to Literature Opinion Essay Letter to Editor Speech Opinion Writing Some common types of opinion writing include the following: