Lesson Plan for grade 2

1. Subject: English
Grade Level: Grade 2
Objective: Distinguish fact from opinion
Learning across curriculum:
1) Science - Topic: Animals
English Connection: Students can distinguish facts from opinions when discussing
animal characteristics and behaviors. For example, they can identify facts about the
habitats and diets of different animals, while recognizing opinions about which animal
is the cutest or most interesting.
2) Social Studies - Topic: Community Helpers
English Connection: Students can differentiate between facts and opinions when
learning about different community helpers. They can identify factual information
about the roles and responsibilities of police officers, firefighters, and doctors, while
recognizing opinions about which helper is the most important.
3) Mathematics - Topic: Shapes
English Connection: Students can distinguish facts from opinions when discussing
shapes. They can identify factual information about the number of sides and vertices of
different shapes, while recognizing opinions about which shape is the most beautiful or
useful.
Review Motivation:
1) Teaching Strategy: Interactive Quizzes
Instructional Materials: Flashcards with statements (fact or opinion) written on them
- Show the flashcards one by one and ask students to identify whether the statement is a fact
or an opinion.
- Engage students by turning it into a game, awarding points for correct answers.
2) Teaching Strategy: Picture Analysis
Instructional Materials: Pictures with captions (fact or opinion) related to different
topics
- Show the pictures to the students and ask them to analyze the captions, determining
whether they are stating a fact or an opinion.
- Encourage discussion and critical thinking by asking students to explain their reasoning.
3) Teaching Strategy: Real-Life Scenario
Instructional Materials: Scenario cards with statements (fact or opinion) about
everyday situations
- Present the scenario cards to the students and ask them to decide whether the statements
are facts or opinions.
- Encourage students to provide reasons for their answers and engage in a class discussion.
Activity 1: Fact or Opinion Sort
Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning

2. Materials:
- Fact cards (statements about various topics)
- Opinion cards (statements about various topics)
Significance: This activity allows students to practice distinguishing facts from opinions
by sorting statements into the correct category.
Instructions:
1) Divide the class into small groups.
2) Distribute the fact and opinion cards to each group.
3) In their groups, students will read each statement and decide whether it is a fact or an
opinion.
4) Students will then sort the cards into two piles: facts and opinions.
5) After sorting, groups will share and discuss their choices.
Rubric:
- Correctly sorted facts: 5 pts
- Correctly sorted opinions: 5 pts
- Clear explanation of reasoning: 5 pts
Assessment Questions:
1) Is the statement "Dogs are better than cats" a fact or an opinion? Explain your answer.
2) Is the statement "The sun rises in the east" a fact or an opinion? Explain your answer.
3) Is the statement "Pizza is the best food in the world" a fact or an opinion? Explain your
answer.
Activity 2: Fact or Opinion Writing
Teaching Strategy: Differentiation
Materials:
- Fact and opinion writing prompts
- Writing paper
Significance: This activity allows students to practice distinguishing facts from opinions
through their own writing.
Instructions:
1) Provide each student with a writing prompt (e.g., "Write three facts and three opinions
about your favorite animal").
2) will write their responses, making sure to clearly label each statement as a fact or an
opinion.
3) After completing their writing, students can share their work with a partner or the whole
class for feedback and discussion.
Rubric:
- Accurate identification of facts and opinions: 5 pts
- Clear and organized writing: 5 pts
- Correct use of punctuation and capitalization: 5 pts
Assessment Questions:

3. 1) Write two and two opinions about your favorite food.
2) Write three facts and three opinions about your favorite book.
3) Write one fact and one opinion about your favorite hobby.
Activity 3: Fact or Opinion Game
Teaching Strategy: Games and Gamification
Materials:
- Fact and opinion game cards
- Game board (optional)
Significance: This activity allows students to review their understanding of
distinguishing facts from opinions in a fun and interactive way.
Instructions:
1) Divide the class into small groups Give each group a set of game cards.
3) Students will take turns drawing a card and determining whether the statement is a fact or
an opinion.
4) If they answer correctly, they can move their game piece on the board (if using one) or
earn points.
5) The group with the most points or farthest progress on the board wins.
Rubric:
- Correct identification of facts and opinions: 5 pts
- Active participation and engagement: 5 pts
- Clear explanation of reasoning: 5 pts
Assessment Questions:
1) Is the statement "Ice cream is the best dessert" a fact or an opinion? Explain your answer.
2) Is the statement "Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius" a fact or an opinion? Explain your
answer.
3) Is the statement "Soccer is the most popular sport in the world" a fact or an opinion?
Explain your answer.
Analysis:
Activity 1 - Fact or Opinion Sort: This activity allows students to practice categorizing
statements as facts or opinions. It helps them develop critical thinking skills and
improves their ability to differentiate between objective information and subjective
viewpoints.
Activity 2 - Fact or Opinion Writing: This activity provides students with an
opportunity to apply their knowledge of facts and opinions in their own writing. It
encourages them to think critically about the statements they make and supports their
ability to express their thoughts clearly.
Activity 3 - Fact or Opinion Game: This game-based activity reinforces students'
understanding of facts and opinions in an engaging way. It promotes active
participation and encourages students to provide explanations for their answers,
deepening their understanding of the concept.

4. Abstraction:
The objective of distinguishing fact from opinion helps students develop critical thinking
skills and understand the difference between objective information and subjective viewpoints.
By learning to identify facts and opinions, students can make more informed decisions and
analyze information more effectively.
Application:
Task 1 - Role-Playing: Divide the class into pairs. Provide each pair with a scenario
card containing statements (fact or opinion) related to a specific topic. Students will
take turns playing different roles and discussing whether the statements are facts or
opinions.
Task 2 - Concept Mapping: Ask students to create a concept map of a chosen topic, such
as animals or community helpers. They should include both factual information and
opinions in their concept map, clearly distinguishing between the two.
Assessment:
Teaching Strategy: Direct Instruction
Instructional Materials: Assessment questions
Question 1: Is the statement "Plants need sunlight to grow" a fact or an opinion?
Explain your answer.
Question 2: Is the statement "Ice cream is the best dessert" a fact or an opinion?
Explain your answer.
Question 3: Is the statement "The Earth is flat" a fact or an opinion? Explain your
answer.
Assignment:
Assignment 1: Fact or Opinion Hunt
Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning
Overview for the teacher: Instruct students to find three examples of statements (fact or
opinion) from books, magazines, or online sources. They should write down the
statements and explain why they are facts or opinions.
Actual assessment question: Find a statement from a book or magazine that is a fact.
Explain why it is a fact.
Assignment 2: Fact or Opinion Presentation
Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning
Overview for the teacher: Instruct students to choose a topic of interest and create a
presentation that includes both factual information and opinions. They should present
their findings to the class, clearly distinguishing between facts and opinions.

5. Actual assessment question: Create a presentation on a topic of your choice. Include at
least three facts and three opinions. Present your findings to the class, explaining why
each statement is a fact or an opinion.
Note: The rubrics, assessment questions, and assignments should be adapted to fit the
specific needs and abilities of the students.