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Point of View in Informational Text

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Format: Interactive (Online)
Grades: 3
Subjects: ela
Standards: RI.3.6RI.3.1RI.3.2

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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 cat

Passage: 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 places

Passage: 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 learning

Passage: 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 clothing

Passage: 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 health

Passage: 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 games

Passage: 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 recess

Passage: 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 difficult

Passage: 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 pictures

When 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 mind

About this 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.