Opinion Writing Coach

Strong writers make a claim, explain their reasoning, and back it up with evidence.

1

Claim

State your opinion clearly

2

Reason

Explain why you think this

3

Evidence

Find facts that support you

Step 1 — Claim

Your Sentence Frame

I believe that .

Writer's tip: Pick a side! A strong claim takes a clear position. Don't say "maybe" or "kind of" — be bold about what you think. Don't explain why yet — that comes next.

Step 2 — Reason

Explain Your Thinking

I believe this because . This matters because .

Writer's tip: Your reason is the why behind your opinion. Ask yourself: "Why do I believe this?" and "Why should someone else care?" A strong reason connects your claim to something important.

Step 3 — Evidence

Find Facts to Back It Up

According to , . This supports my opinion because .

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Example of Strong Evidence

Writer's tip: Use these search terms to find real facts and data. Look for numbers, expert opinions, or research studies. Strong evidence comes from research — not just what you think or feel!