🎯 Part 1: Identifying Opinion Statements

🔗 Part 2: Linking Words and Phrases

Word Bank: because, for example, also, since, therefore

a) I think kiwi fruit is delicious _____________ it is sweet and juicy.

b) Swimming is the best sport _____________ it exercises your whole body.

c) Reading is important. _____________, it helps you learn new words.

d) I believe we should recycle _____________ it helps protect our environment.

✍️ Part 3: Planning Your Opinion

Topics: Best school subject • Favourite New Zealand animal • Best way to spend weekends • Healthiest snack

My chosen topic: _________________________________

My opinion: I think _________________________________

Reason 1: _________________________________

Reason 2: _________________________________

Example or detail: _________________________________

📝 Part 4: Writing Your Opinion Statement

• Start with "I think," "I believe," or "In my opinion"

• Use linking words like "because," "for example," or "also"

• Give at least one strong reason

🔍 Part 5: Checking Your Work

🌟 Part 6: Challenge Activity

Suggested topics: Best New Zealand beach • Most important New Zealand bird • Best thing about living in New Zealand