Opinion sentence frames worksheets
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An opinion sentence has two parts: what you think, and why. The frame holds the shape: I think ___ because ___.
Four grades, one set of sentences: all four print from the same 40. Print one here, or open a grade for examples and teaching notes.
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Kindergarten
Kindergartners complete opinion frames aloud and on the line: I think, plus because, plus a reason, meeting W.K.1 at sentence size.
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1st grade
First graders write the full opinion sentence from the frame and cue, stating a preference and backing it with one reason.
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2nd grade Core grade
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Second graders write opinion sentences that could open a paragraph, with sturdier reasons and W.2.1's linking word, because, in every one.
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3rd grade
Third graders use the frame as a launchpad: opinion, reason, and the beginnings of a second supporting sentence, W.3.1.a's point of view with reasons.
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