CurriculumGrade 2English Language Arts

Opinion, Informative & Narrative Writing

Aligned to W.2.1 — Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts.

What this lesson teaches

There are three kinds of writing: opinion (what you think and why), informative (facts about a topic), and narrative (a story with events in order). Linking words like 'because,' 'also,' and 'then' connect your ideas.

Worked example

Opinion: 'Dogs are the best pets because they are friendly.' Informative: 'Dogs need food, water, and walks.' Narrative: 'First we got the puppy, then we named her.'

Practice questions

  1. Write an opinion sentence using the word 'because.'
  2. Write two facts about an animal you like.
  3. Tell a short story using 'first,' 'then,' and 'last.'

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En español

Escritura de Opinión, Informativa y Narrativa

Hay tres tipos de escritura: de opinión (lo que piensas y por qué), informativa (datos sobre un tema) y narrativa (una historia con eventos en orden). Las palabras de enlace como 'porque,' 'además' y 'luego' conectan tus ideas.

Ejemplo: Opinión: 'Los perros son las mejores mascotas porque son amigables.' Informativa: 'Los perros necesitan comida, agua y paseos.' Narrativa: 'Primero conseguimos al cachorro, luego le pusimos nombre.'

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