Write opinion pieces in which they introduce the topic or book they are writing about, state an opinion, supply reasons that support the opinion, use linking words (e.g., because, and, also) to connect opinion and reasons, and provide a concluding statement or section.
Standard:
Literacy.W.2.3
Description:
Write narratives in which they recount a well-elaborated event or short sequence of events, include details to describe actions, thoughts, and feelings, use temporal words to signal event order, and provide a sense of closure.
Standard:
CC.1.4.2.E
Description:
Choose words and phrases for effect.
Standard:
CC.1.4.2.K
Description:
Use a variety of words and phrases to appeal to the audience
Standard:
CC.1.4.2.P
Description:
Organize a short sequence of events, using temporal words to signal event order; provide a sense of closure
Standard:
CC.1.4.2.Q
Description:
Choose words and phrases for effect
Standard:
ELA.2.C.1.5
Description:
Improve writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing with guidance and support from adults and feedback from peers
2nd Grade Writing - Linking Words and Phrases Lesson
Linking words and phrases connect opinions, reasons, and ideas in a text.
Linking words and phrases are used to connect opinions (what the author thinks or feels about something) with evidence that explains the opinions. Some linking words compare ideas or show time and the order in which events happen.
Here are some examples of linking words:
Connect opinions and evidence - because, therefore, since, for example
Connect ideas - also, another, and, more
Show time and order of events - first, next, finally, then
2nd Grade Writing - Linking Words and Phrases Lesson