2. OREO Writing Writing opinion pieces using the OREO method.

3. Common Core Correlations W.5.1 Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons and information. W.5.5 With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach. SL.5.4 Report on a topic or text or present an opinion, sequencing ideas logically and using appropriate facts and relevant, descriptive details to support main ideas or themes; speak clearly at an understandable pace. http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Jessica-Giuliani Copy these into your lesson plans

4. What is opinion writing? Basically, it means to state an opinion with evidence. In this lesson, we will learn how to write a solid opinion and how to back it up with evidence.

5. O = Opinion R = Reasons E = Examples (Evidence) O = Opinion (again) What does OREO stand for?

6. There are different types of OREO writing that we will be studying: 1 paragraph Multiple paragraphs (essay) Different Types Why do both? In order to get where we want/should be, we will need to scaffold our way there. We will start with OREO paragraph writing to learn the structure. Then, we will move on to OREO essay writing to show off our skills.

7. Introduction that clearly states your opinion Specific reasons to support your opinion that explains your thinking Has a conclusion that restates opinion Ideas are grouped into paragraphs Whole essay has correct spelling, capitalization, and punctuation Parts of an OREO Essay

8. The way I see it... I would say... As far as I can tell... I find it... I feel that... I strongly believe that... I prefer… I think… I feel… I believe… In my opinion, The best thing about… Everyone should… Types of Opinion Sentence Starters What is the most interesting sport to watch on tv? What is the best flavor of ice cream? Who is the funniest character on SpongeBob? What is the best thing about school? Write these in your notebook

9. Example OREO paragraph: I believe that smoking should not be allowed in public places like restaurants. Second-hand smoke is really dangerous leading to all types of health concerns. Imagine being a non-smoking waiter or a waitress at a restaurant and having to inhale other people's toxic fumes. Picture how they would feel, after living a healthy life, coming down with lung cancer! It just doesn't seem right to me. It is for this reason that smoking should not be allowed in public places like restaurants. O pinion R eason E xplanation O pinion What is the opinion? examples

10. Example OREO paragraph: I believe that smoking should not be allowed in public places like restaurants. Second-hand smoke is really dangerous leading to all types of health concerns. Imagine being a non-smoking waiter or a waitress at a restaurant and having to inhale other people's toxic fumes. Picture how they would feel, after living a healthy life, coming down with lung cancer! It just doesn't seem right to me. It is for this reason that smoking should not be allowed in public places like restaurants. O pinion R eason E xplanation O pinion What is the reason? examples

11. Example OREO paragraph: I believe that smoking should not be allowed in public places like restaurants. Second-hand smoke is really dangerous leading to all types of health concerns. Imagine being a non-smoking waiter or a waitress at a restaurant and having to inhale other people's toxic fumes. Picture how they would feel, after living a healthy life, coming down with lung cancer! It just doesn't seem right to me. It is for this reason that smoking should not be allowed in public places like restaurants. O pinion R eason E xplanation O pinion What are the explanations/examples? examples

12. Example OREO paragraph: I believe that smoking should not be allowed in public places like restaurants. Second-hand smoke is really dangerous leading to all types of health concerns. Imagine being a non-smoking waiter or a waitress at a restaurant and having to inhale other people's toxic fumes. Picture how they would feel, after living a healthy life, coming down with lung cancer! It just doesn't seem right to me. It is for this reason that smoking should not be allowed in public places like restaurants. O pinion R eason E xplanation O pinion Is the opinion restated at the end? examples

13. Example: Should the teacher get a new car? O: Tell how you feel about the topic R: Tell a reason why you feel that way or why someone should agree with you. E: give examples that support your reason O: restate the opinion (with feeling) I think that I deserve to get a new car. I have been driving my car for many years now and it is getting older. Old cars can start to have expensive problems. Also, when cars get too old, people won’t want to buy them so it’s best to trade them in while they are still young. A new car will be safer than an older one because it will have updated safety features! For these reasons, getting a new car is clearly the right decision to make. Another Model of an OREO paragraph:

14. Let’s Write one Together on the Whiteboard. Should the teaxher let us eat cookies before lunch? Lets vote and we will write our paragraph based on our outcome. Write it in your notebook as we make it together

15. Let’s Write one Together on the Whiteboard. Should the teacher let us eat cookies before lunch? Write it in your notebook as we make it together O: Tell how you feel about the topic R: Tell a reason why E: give examples that support your reason O: restate the opinion (with feeling) I would have to say... I feel that... I strongly believe that... I think… I feel… I believe… In my opinion, Summarize. Conclude. Restate.

16. Let’s Write one Together on the Whiteboard. Should we be allowed to wear flip flops to school? Lets vote and we will write our paragraph based on our outcome. Write it in your notebook as we make it together

17. Let’s Write one Together on the Whiteboard. Should we be allowed to wear flip flops to school? Write it in your notebook as we make it together O: Tell how you feel about the topic R: Tell a reason why E: give examples that support your reason O: restate the opinion (with feeling) I would have to say... I feel that... I strongly believe that... I think… I feel… I believe… In my opinion, Summarize. Conclude. Restate.

18. Prompt: What is the best playground activity? Try one with a partner! Or, alone if you are ready! O: Tell how you feel about the topic R: Tell a reason why E: give examples that support your reason O: restate the opinion (with feeling) I would have to say... I feel that... I strongly believe that... I think… I feel… I believe… In my opinion, Summarize. Conclude. Restate.

19. Prompt: What is the best playground activity? O: Tell how you feel about the topic R: Tell a reason why E: give examples that support your reason O: restate the opinion (with feeling) Time to share our paragraphs. As students share, be listening for the parts of OREO. I will be calling on random students to tell why, or why not, the paragraph fit the OREO format.

20. Before we start another practice: O: Tell how you feel about the topic R: Tell a reason why E: give examples that support your reason O: restate the opinion (with feeling) Let’s examine how to make effective “E”s to match our “R”. O: In my opinion, I believe cheese is the best food to eat. R: The reason I like it is because it can be eaten lots of ways! E: ? ? ? (help me think) O: I believe that cheese is the best food!

21. Before we start another practice: O: Tell how you feel about the topic R: Tell a reason why E: give examples that support your reason O: restate the opinion (with feeling) Let’s examine how to make effective “E”s to match our “R”. O: I believe that animated movies are the best kind of movie. R: The reason I feel this way is that animated movies have so many unforgettable characters. E: ? ? ? (help me think) O: I feel that animated movies are the best to watch!

22. Choice: Alone or partner work? Should students be allowed to watch TV before they finish their homework? O: Tell how you feel about the topic R: Tell a reason why E: give examples that support your reason O: restate the opinion (with feeling) I strongly believe that... I think… I feel… I believe… In my opinion, Summarize. Conclude. Restate.

23. Should students be allowed to watch TV before they finish their homework? O: Tell how you feel about the topic R: Tell a reason why E: give examples that support your reason O: restate the opinion (with feeling) Time to share our paragraphs. As students share, be listening for the parts of OREO. I will be calling on random students to tell why, or why not, the paragraph fit the OREO format.

24. Review! O: Tell how you feel about the topic R: Tell a reason why E: give examples that support your reason O: restate the opinion (with feeling) I feel that Gary is the funniest character on the show, SpongeBob. The reason is that Gary does the most unusual things! For example, the fact that he is a snail and he meows is ridiculous. Another thing that makes him funny and unusual is that he is a pet snail. Also, Gary understands a lot of things and that is so weird for a snail. In my opinion, these unusual things make Gary the funniest one on SpongeBob!

25. Prompt: Cat or dog? Which is the better pet? O: Opinion: Tell how you feel about the topic R: Tell a reason why E: give (3) examples that support your reason O: restate the opinion (with feeling) Check for Understanding

26. Part 2: Multi-paragraph essay

27. Review What does O stand for? What does R stand for? What does E stand for? What does O stand for? Be ready to tell me ( no hands up)

28. Review opinions, facts, reasons, examples, evidence, are and what restating is. Written 2 OREO paragraphs together while following a guided model. Ready for….5 paragraph format!

29. The purpose… Organize our thoughts Be taken seriously Be able to explain yourself Well spoken Provide evidence and examples for why you think that way

30. Intro Big Idea Conclusion

31. Think: What makes a good leader? Example: president, group leader, teacher, class president, and more. intelligent On your white board, list as many words (or phrases) as you can

32. Think: Look around the room. Think about who in this room has these qualities. Get one or more people in your mind.

33. Step 1: The introduction. 1. sentence starter & state your opinion about the prompt 2. a reason 3. a reason 4. a reason 5. your opinion again

34. Prompt: Who should be our class President? 1. sentence starter & state your opinion about the prompt 2. a reason 3. a reason 4. a reason 5. your opinion again

35. Prompt: Who should be our class President? 1. sentence starter & state your opinion about the prompt 2. a reason 3. a reason 4. a reason 5. your opinion again I strongly believe that Ms. Meadows should be our class president. She is such an innovative and inventive individual. Ms. Meadows is dedicated to our class as well as our school. Also, she is a wonderful listener. For these reasons, Ms. Meadows would make an amazing class president.

36. Prompt: Who should be our class President? 1. sentence starter & state your opinion about the prompt 2. a reason 3. a reason 4. a reason 5. your opinion again I strongly believe that Ms. Meadows should be our class president. She is such an innovative and inventive individual. Ms. Meadows is dedicated to our class as well as our school. Also, she is a wonderful listener. For these reasons, Ms. Meadows would make an amazing class president. Your job: Just like the teacher did, write your introduction on the top of your flow map: -Pick a person -pick 3 qualities of a good leader (these will be your reasons) -draft your introduction paragraph. Stuck? Look at my example on this page. It should have 5 sentences. Teacher will be around to conference…

37. Step 2: The Body (3 Rs and your Es). 1. Three big boxes get your Rs 2. The “tell-me-mores” are the Es

38. Prompt: Who should be our class President? 1. sentence starter & state your opinion about the prompt 2. a reason 3. a reason 4. a reason 5. your opinion again Write your 3 reasons here… Explain them even more… I strongly believe that Ms. Meadows should be our class president. She is such an innovative and inventive individual. Ms. Meadows is dedicated to our class as well as our school. Also, she is a wonderful listener. For these reasons, Ms. Meadows would make an amazing class president. Your job: Add your 3 Reasons to the boxes. Add your “Es” by explaining your Rs Stuck? Look at my example on this page. Try your best. Teachers will be around to conference…

39. Step 3: The Conclusion -restate the opinion -restate your reasons -any final thoughts, feelings, or facts -ask a question

40. Conclusion Tips: -restate the opinion -restate your reasons -any final thoughts, feelings, or facts -ask a question Prompt: Who should be our class President? 1. sentence starter & state your opinion about the prompt 2. a reason 3. a reason 4. a reason 5. your opinion again Write your 3 reasons here… Explain them even more… I strongly believe that Ms. Meadows should be our class president. She is such an innovative and inventive individual. Ms. Meadows is dedicated to our class as well as our school. Also, she is a wonderful listener. For these reasons, Ms. Meadows would make an amazing class president. Ms. Meadows would make an excellent choice for class president. Ms. Meadows is dedicated, innovative, and a wonderful listener making her an ideal candidate. When I think of the qualities of good leaders, she possesses many of those qualities. Can you even think of anyone better?

41. Objective: SW compose an opinion essay by writing 4 or more paragraphs. SW use the writing process as well as thinking maps to guide their writing. I strongly believe that Ms. Meadows should be our class president. She is such an innovative and inventive individual. Ms. Meadows is dedicated to our class as well as our school. Also, she is a wonderful listener. For these reasons, Ms. Meadows would make an amazing class president. First of all, Ms. Meadows in an innovative and inventive type of person. For example, she creates elaborate holiday projects for us all to do! She is crafty and creative which are both great qualities of a class president. Additionally, Ms. Meadows designs bulletin boards for the fifth grade hallway that everyone can enjoy! Aside from being innovative, she is also a dedicated individual. Ms. Meadows scarcely misses a day of school even when she isn’t feeling that well. She always helps our class by assisting in grading our papers. Also, she is so patient with us because of her dedication to the fifth grade. My Title Goes Here Name Last-name I strongly believe that Ms. Meadows should be our class president. She is such an innovative and inventive individual. Ms. Meadows is dedicated to our class as well as our school. Also, she is a wonderful listener. For these reasons, Ms. Meadows would make an amazing class president. Ms. Meadows would make an excellent choice for class president. Ms. Meadows is dedicated, innovative, and a wonderful listener making her an ideal candidate. When I think of the qualities of good leaders, she possesses many of those qualities. Can you even think of anyone better? Additionally, Ms. Meadows would make an excellent president because she is such a great

42. Objective: SW compose an opinion essay by writing 4 or more paragraphs. SW use the writing process as well as thinking maps to guide their writing. I strongly believe that Ms. Meadows should be our class president. She is such an innovative and inventive individual. Ms. Meadows is dedicated to our class as well as our school. Also, she is a wonderful listener. For these reasons, Ms. Meadows would make an amazing class president. First of all, Ms. Meadows in an innovative and inventive type of person. For example, she creates elaborate holiday projects for us all to do! She is crafty and creative which are both great qualities of a class president. Additionally, Ms. Meadows designs bulletin boards for the fifth grade hallway that everyone can enjoy! Aside from being innovative, she is also a dedicated individual. Ms. Meadows scarcely misses a day of school even when she isn’t feeling that well. She always helps our class by assisting in grading our papers. Also, she is so patient with us because of her dedication to the fifth grade. My Title Goes Here Name Last-name I strongly believe that Ms. Meadows should be our class president. She is such an innovative and inventive individual. Ms. Meadows is dedicated to our class as well as our school. Also, she is a wonderful listener. For these reasons, Ms. Meadows would make an amazing class president. Ms. Meadows would make an excellent choice for class president. Ms. Meadows is dedicated, innovative, and a wonderful listener making her an ideal candidate. When I think of the qualities of good leaders, she possesses many of those qualities. Can you even think of anyone better? Additionally, Ms. Meadows would make an excellent president because she is such a great listener! For example, she helps us by giving us advice during our class meetings. Ms. Meadows offers to help us whenever we need it most! Similarly, she works in small groups with us and really shows us she cares by listening to our ideas. Ms. Meadows would make an excellent choice for class president. Ms. Meadows is dedicated, innovative, and a wonderful listener making her an ideal candidate. When I think of the qualities of good leaders, she possesses many of those qualities. Can you even think of anyone better?

43. Objective: SW compose an opinion essay by writing 4 or more paragraphs. SW use the writing process as well as thinking maps to guide their writing. I strongly believe that Ms. Meadows should be our class president. She is such an innovative and inventive individual. Ms. Meadows is dedicated to our class as well as our school. Also, she is a wonderful listener. For these reasons, Ms. Meadows would make an amazing class president. First of all, Ms. Meadows in an innovative and inventive type of person. For example, she creates elaborate holiday projects for us all to do! She is crafty and creative which are both great qualities of a class president. Additionally, Ms. Meadows designs bulletin boards for the fifth grade hallway that everyone can enjoy! Aside from being innovative, she is also a dedicated individual. Ms. Meadows scarcely misses a day of school even when she isn’t feeling that well. She always helps our class by assisting in grading our papers. Also, she is so patient with us because of her dedication to the fifth grade. My Title Goes Here Name Last-name Additionally, Ms. Meadows would make an excellent president because she is such a great listener! For example, she helps us by giving us advice during our class meetings. Ms. Meadows offers to help us whenever we need it most! Similarly, she works in small groups with us and really shows us she cares by listening to our ideas. Ms. Meadows would make an excellent choice for class president. Ms. Meadows is dedicated, innovative, and a wonderful listener making her an ideal candidate. When I think of the qualities of good leaders, she possesses many of those qualities. Can you even think of anyone better?

44. Objective: SW edit and revise their rough drafts. Then, produce a final copy. listener! For example, she helps us by giving us advice during our class meetings. Ms. Meadows offers to help us whenever we need it most! Similarly, she works in small groups with us and really shows us she cares by listening to our ideas. Ms. Meadows would make an excellent choice for class president. Ms. Meadows is dedicated, innovative, and a wonderful listener making her an ideal candidate. When I think of the qualities of good leaders, she possesses many of those qualities. Can you even think of anyone better? I strongly believe that Ms. Meadows should be our class president. She is such an innovative and inventive individual. Ms. Meadows is dedicated to our class as well as our school. Also, she is a wonderful listener. For these reasons, Ms. Meadows would make an amazing class president. First of all, Ms. Meadows in an innovative and inventive type of person. For example, she creates elaborate holiday projects for us all to do! She is crafty and creative which are both great qualities of a class president. Additionally, Ms. Meadows designs bulletin boards for the fifth grade hallway that everyone can enjoy! Aside from being innovative, she is also a dedicated individual. Ms. Meadows scarcely misses a day of school even when she isn’t feeling that well. She always helps our class by assisting in grading our papers. Also, she is so patient with us because of her dedication to the fifth grade. My Title Goes Here Name Last-name Additionally, Ms. Meadows would make an excellent president because she is such a great CHECKLIST for REVISING ___Is beginning interesting? ___Do I have an interesting ending? ___Are there some parts that I could take out? ___Are there parts that don’t make sense? ___Could I combine any of the sentences? ___Did I use robust vocabulary? ___Did I add or change at least 3 adjectives? ___Did I stay on topic? ___Does the story flow? ___Is the writing well organized? ___Is this my best work? CHECKLIST for EDITING ___Did I reread my work a few times? ___Have I checked spelling? ___Do I have punctuation? ___Have I used capitals when needed? ___Have I indented and made 5 or more paragraphs?

45. What else can I write about? Some teachers are special. Explain why one particular teacher in your life was so special. Should students raise their hand or be called on randomly in class? Should kids under the age of 13 be allowed to have a Facebook? Do Apps waste your time or help you relax? Is it important to eat healthy? Would you rather be stuck on an island with ______ or ______?

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48. BONUS Mini Lesson on Analyzing paragraphs One day review extension lesson…

49. An opinion cannot be supported by another opinion. Example: “I like cats because they are cute.” An opinion needs to be supported by facts and specific reasons. Example: “I like cats because my extremely friendly cat nudges against my leg when I get home from work.” OREO Tip

50. OREO Analyzing paragraphs

51. Review What does O stand for? What does R stand for? What does E stand for? What does O stand for? Be ready to tell me ( no hands up)

52. Review We have been learning what opinions, facts, reasons, examples, evidence, are and what restating is. We have also practice writing 2 OREO paragraphs together while following a guided model. Today, we have a different job: analyzing paragraphs that are already written for effectiveness.

53. Watch my “I do” model on the next slide. Your purpose for watching: Be ready to explain what makes up the parts of an OREO paragraph. Directions:

54. Decide which fits OREO… What is the best pet to have? Paragraph 1 I strongly believe that dogs are the best pets a person can have. They are just so cute! You can buy a small dog, a big dog, a fat dog, or a skinny dog depending on which type of dog you like best. However, the best type of dog is a super fluffy one. That way, when you go to bed at night, you can use it as a pillow! I have a fluffy dog, and he is a great cuddle buddy. Dogs are clearly better than any other animal. Paragraph 2 The way I see it, a dog is the best pet a person can have. Dogs have many great qualities. First of all, they are very playful and are fun to have around. Also, dogs are known to be very loyal and protective, so they will always make you feel safe. Most importantly, dogs are great companions and will never leave your side. These are the all the reasons why a dog is the best pet a person can have.

55. Check for Understanding: Your purpose was: Be ready to explain what makes up the parts of an OREO paragraph. Did you do it?

56. “We do” Directions: The teacher will group you into sections. You will read and analyze the OREO paragraphs on the next slide. Which one is better?????? You will justify which is correct by underlining and labeling the parts of OREO. NORMS : active listening, small group voices, transitions are smooth and orderly, on task

57. Print this slide for group work Paragraph # 1 In my opinion, every school should require its students to participate in Physical Education classes. Physical Education is beneficial to every student’s well being. For example, it allows students to get their necessary exercise that they may not be getting at home. Also, participating in P.E. is a great way to reduce stress that comes from doing schoolwork all day long. Finally, Physical education encourages students to engage in healthy activities for the rest of their lives! All of these examples are great reasons why every school should require its students to participate in Physical Education classes. Paragraph # 2 I strongly believe that every school should require its students to participate in physical Education classes. In P.E., you can play football! Let’s face it; everyone loves football. You can run around and throw the ball to your friends or pick two teams and play a competitive game. However, the best part about P.E. is that if you don’t like football, you can play something else like Frisbee or soccer. Basically, Physical Education is the best

58. Additional Practice: Print this slide for group work Paragraph # 1 I believe that fifth graders should be allowed to have a cell phone. Cell phones are just so much fun to use! I love my cell phone, and I think every fifth grader should have one that they can love too. There are many types of cell phones that people can buy, but in reality, an iPhone is the best cell phone in the whole wide world. They can do just about anything you could possibly imagine. Everyone should have an iPhone because iPhones are clearly the most awesome cell phones on the entire planet! With an iPhone, you can even play cool games. Paragraph # 2 In my opinion, all fifth graders should be allowed to have a cell phone. Cell phones are an important item to have, even for young children. For example, cell phones can be used if you need to call someone for help in case of an emergency. Also, many cell phones have GPS on them and can help you find your way if you are lost. They even can be useful if you need to know information about something because, with some cell- phones, you can simply access the Internet in the palm of your hand! These reasons clearly explain why fifth graders should be allowed to have a cell phone.