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ODE.W.1.1 Write opinion pieces that introduce the topic or name the book being written about, express an opinion, supply a reason for the opinion, and provide some sense of closure.

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Organize and write an opinion piece that expresses how I think or feel about a topic using reasonings and examples to support my opinion.

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Using quizlet, the students will recall prior knowledge regarding the topic of opinion writing.

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Students will use the SMART Exchange slideset to define an opinion and compare and contrast an opinion statement from a fact statement.

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Working in partners, the students will create a short video using VoiceThread or Apple Clips that explains the purpose and importance of opinion writing; the students will provide examples of opinion topics to write about in their video.

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Using a Linoit board, students will be given a series of statements and must categorize each statement under the appropriate column, either "fact" or "opinion".

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Following the organization and layout of an opinion writing piece, students will create a podcast to share their opinion on a topic, including examples and reasonings.

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Partnering up with the neighboring first grade classroom, using Skype, the students will debate on an opinion topic by defending their personal view using examples and reasonings.