Point of View in Informational Text Game
Passage: Cats make the best pets because they are clean, quiet, and independent. They don't need walks and can take care of themselves when you're busy. <div> </div><div>What is the author's point of view about cats?</div>
The author thinks cats are difficult petsThe author believes cats are better pets than other animalsThe author dislikes taking care of petsThe author has never owned a catPassage: Everyone should learn to swim. Swimming is not only fun but also great exercise and an important safety skill. <div><br></div><div> Which statement shows YOUR point of view might be different from the author's?</div>
I'm afraid of water, so I disagree about everyone needing to swimSwimming is the best exercise for everyoneEveryone must learn water safetySwimming pools are fun placesPassage: School uniforms help students focus on learning instead of fashion. They make everyone equal and save parents money. <div> </div><div>What is the author's point of view about school uniforms?</div>
School uniforms are expensiveStudents should wear whatever they wantSchool uniforms are beneficialFashion is more important than learningPassage: School uniforms help students focus on learning instead of fashion. They make everyone equal and save parents money. <div><br></div><div>If you disagree with the author about school uniforms, what might be YOUR point of view?</div>
Uniforms help students focus on learningUniforms make everyone look the sameUniforms save money for familiesStudents should express themselves through clothingPassage: Video games waste time and prevent children from doing important activities like homework and exercise. <div> </div><div>What is the author's opinion about video games?</div>
Video games are educationalVideo games are harmfulVideo games are funVideo games improve healthPassage: Video games waste time and prevent children from doing important activities like homework and exercise. <br><br><div>How might YOUR point of view differ from the author's view on video games?</div>
Video games help me learn problem-solving skillsVideo games are always badNobody should play video gamesHomework is more fun than video gamesPassage: Recess should be longer because students need more time to play and exercise during the school day. <div><br></div><div>What is the author's point of view about recess?</div>
Recess is a waste of timeStudents should study during recessRecess time should be increasedSchools should remove recessPassage: Homework helps students practice what they learn in school and develop good study habits. <div> </div><div>What is the author's view about homework?</div>
Homework is not importantHomework is beneficial for learningStudents should never have homeworkHomework is too difficultPassage: Homework helps students practice what they learn in school and develop good study habits. <div><br></div><div>How can you tell if a statement shows the author's point of view?</div>
It only includes factsIt shows personal opinions and beliefsIt has no supporting detailsIt includes picturesWhen your point of view differs from the author's, it means:
The author is wrongYou didn't read carefullyYou have different opinions based on your experiencesYou need to change your mindABOUT POINT OF VIEW IN INFORMATIONAL TEXT GAME
This engaging digital activity helps third-grade students master the essential skill of distinguishing between their own point of view and that of the author in informational texts. Through interactive questions based on real-world scenarios and age-appropriate passages, students learn to identify different perspectives and understand how personal experiences shape our viewpoints.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Identify author's point of view in informational texts
- Distinguish personal opinions from author's perspective
- Recognize how evidence supports different viewpoints
- Develop critical thinking skills through perspective analysis
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point of view, author's perspective, reading comprehension, informational text, critical thinking, differentiated learning, interactive game, digital activity, reading strategies, third grade reading
