Being able to distinguish between fact and opinion is really important for young students. Help your third-graders understand the difference between them with this worksheet-enriched reading lesson.
Students will be able to distinguish between facts and opinions.
Introduction
(10 minutes)
Discuss the difference between fact and opinion with the students.
Write two examples of each on the board.
Make the examples challenging. For example, "Summer is awesome!" Many students may guess this is a fact, because they agree with the statement. Remind students that an opinion can't be proven.
Explain that many facts are linked to history, geography, and science.