Facts vs. Opinions

This worksheet helps students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 strengthen reading comprehension, critical thinking, and evidence evaluation by analyzing a passage about the discovery of a rare orchid species. Students classify statements as facts or opinions and use details from the text to justify their choices, reinforcing the difference between objective information and subjective viewpoints in scientific and informational reading.

Learning Goals

• Fact vs. Opinion (Grades 4-6)
  Distinguish verifiable facts from personal opinions or judgments.
• Textual Evidence Use
  Support classifications with specific information from the passage.
• Informational Text Comprehension
  Identify key details and understand how scientific information is presented.
• Critical Evaluation
  Analyze claims to determine whether they are evidence-based or opinion-based.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource
  Designed by educators to align with ELA and science literacy standards.
• Clear Classification Task
  Provides structured practice with fact and opinion identification.
• Supports Scientific Reading
  Helps students approach reports and discoveries with analytical thinking.
• Flexible Classroom Use
  Ideal for independent work, small groups, homework, or assessment.
• Low-Prep Format
  Print-and-go worksheet for classroom or homeschool instruction.

This printable worksheet builds essential skills in distinguishing facts from opinions, citing evidence, and reading informational texts critically. By analyzing statements about a real-world scientific discovery, students gain confidence in evaluating claims and understanding the role of evidence in informational writing. It’s a practical, engaging resource for both classroom instruction and homeschool learning.

This worksheet is part of our credibility of sources worksheets collection.