Fact or Opinion? A Fun Sorting Activity for Young Readers

Teaching the difference between facts and opinions can be surprisingly tricky, especially with younger students who are still developing critical thinking skills. This cut-and-paste worksheet makes it easier and more fun for them to grasp the concept.

Fact And Opinion Worksheet

Perfect for 1st through 4th grade, the activity uses simple sentences and engaging visuals to keep students focused and confident as they sort.

Here’s what’s included:

✔ 1 easy-to-use worksheet + answer key
✔ 5 clear examples of facts
✔ 5 clear examples of opinions
✔ Student-friendly format with simple language and helpful visuals
✔ Step-by-step directions that are perfect for independent work

Try it in: Reading centers, Critical thinking mini-lessons, Interactive notebooks (just cut, sort, and glue!) and No-prep sub plans or early finisher bins

I’ve used this with my 3rd graders during literacy rotations, and it always sparks fun conversations, like whether “pizza is the best food” is truly a fact (spoiler: it’s not, but some students will fight for it!).

How do you help your students tell fact from opinion? This might be a great little boost to your next ELA lesson!