Generating Ideas for Opinion Writing: Choosing Strong Topics

This lesson focuses on brainstorming opinion topics by considering issues you care about. It reviews the writing process, emphasizing the importance of generating ideas. Techniques for brainstorming are discussed, including using personal experiences to select topics. The lesson guides students in evaluating the strength of their topics and making a final decision on which topic to write about.

Reflect on the importance of brainstorming before writing. Why should it not be skipped?

How can personal experiences support your opinion on a topic?

What are some reasons you can provide to support your opinion on recycling?