A short and simple activity where children need to identify if the statement is either a fact or opinion. Used with a Year 4 and 5 class as a starter during a Newspaper Report writing unit. Also includes an extension task where children are creating their own sentences for their partner to then identify if their statements are facts or opinions. Editable word document included.

A helpful sheet / success criteria for children use to self or peer assess their own diary writing. Used with a Year 4 and 5 class for them to self assess, then peer assess their own independent writing at the end of the unit. The sheet is a word document so can be easily edited and adapted.