Description
5 Prompts + Graphic Organizer + Writing Pages + Rubrics
Created by: BIG Smart Study
Product Description
Help your students express their thoughts about animals they love!
This printable opinion writing pack is designed for Grade 2 learners and includes 5 engaging prompts focused on pets, animal care, and wildlife. Whether you’re teaching during a pet-themed week or adding variety to your writing block, this resource is ready to use with minimal prep.
Students will practice stating opinions, giving reasons, and writing complete paragraphs — with full support through scaffolded tools and graphic organizers.
What’s Included
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5 Opinion Writing Prompts about pets and animals
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Graphic Organizer to plan ideas clearly
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Scaffolded Sentence Starters for support
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Draw & Write Pages (Plain and Dotted Line)
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Full Writing Pages (Plain and Dotted Line)
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Self-Editing Checklist for student reflection
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Peer/Teacher Rubric for assessment
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2-Page Teacher Guide
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Cover Page + Credits
Prompts Included
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What is the best kind of pet?
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Should dogs be allowed in all parks?
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Are cats or dogs better pets?
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Should we protect endangered animals?
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Should kids be responsible for feeding their pets?
Benefits for Teachers
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Print-and-go convenience
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Student-friendly topics
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Differentiated writing pages
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Tools that support independence and critical thinking
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Perfect for writing centers, class discussions, or homework
Aligned to Standards
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W.2.1 – Writing opinion pieces with reasons and a conclusion
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L.2.1–2.2 – Using correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling
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SL.2.1–2.4 – Sharing ideas and participating in discussions
Great For:
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Opinion writing lessons
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Thematic animal units
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Literacy centers
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Substitute teacher plans
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Early finisher tasks
Created by BIG Smart Study – Engaging resources that support real classrooms.
Explore other themed writing packs or save with our Grade 2 Opinion Writing Bundle – 5 Themes, 25 Prompts!
