π Restating Opinions: Concluding Sentence Starters for 2nd Grade
Concluding sentences are like the grand finale of your writing! They wrap up your thoughts and leave a lasting impression on your reader. Restating your opinion in the conclusion helps reinforce your main point. Here's a list of sentence starters perfect for second graders:
- π In conclusion, this shows...
- π‘ To sum it up, I believe...
- π Therefore, I think...
- β As you can see, my opinion is...
- π¨ Overall, I feel that...
- π± In summary, it is clear that...
- π Finally, I know that...
π Why These Phrases Work
These phrases act as signals to your reader that you're about to finish your thought. They provide a clear and concise way to reiterate your opinion without sounding repetitive.
βοΈ Examples in Action
Let's see how these phrases can be used in real sentences:
- Original Opinion: I think dogs are great pets.
- Concluding Sentence using "In conclusion": In conclusion, dogs are great pets because they are loyal and fun.
- Original Opinion: I believe chocolate ice cream is the best flavor.
- Concluding Sentence using "To sum it up": To sum it up, chocolate ice cream is the best flavor due to its rich and delicious taste.
π‘ Tips for Using These Phrases
- π Vary your phrases: Don't use the same phrase every time! Mix it up to keep your writing interesting.
- π§ͺ Keep it simple: Use clear and easy-to-understand language.
- 𧬠Connect to your main idea: Make sure your concluding sentence relates back to the main point of your paragraph or essay.
π’ More examples
Here are some more examples
- π₯ Original Opinion: I think playing outside is important.
Concluding Sentence using "Therefore": Therefore, I think playing outside is important because it keeps you healthy and happy.
- π₯ Original Opinion: I believe reading books is fun.
Concluding Sentence using "As you can see": As you can see, my opinion is that reading books is fun because you learn new things.