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Reading · Ages 6–8 · 15 minutes

Reading Response: Fact or Opinion Check

A checkable-or-personal routine gives children a concrete way to discuss statements after reading informational text.

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Reading Response: Fact or Opinion Check

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Today I am practising: separating checkable facts from opinions

1

Read: Frogs live near water. Mark fact or opinion.

2

Read: Frogs are the best animals. Mark fact or opinion.

3

Circle the words that show a personal preference.

4

Write one checkable fact from a text you read.

5

Write one opinion about the topic.

6

Ask an adult which source could check your fact.

Grown-up guide
  1. Use clear examples and avoid presenting uncertain claims as facts.
  2. Explain that an opinion can be reasonable even when people disagree.
  3. For a fact, ask where the child could look to check it.