The best pet: good points and bad points
When we choose the best pet, we make notes. We put P for a positive point and N for a negative point. Then we write a paragraph of 50 to 60 words. We use but to join two different ideas: A rabbit is soft, but it needs a clean cage. We use which to give extra information: Rabbits eat carrots, which are cheap. Never take a wild animal as a pet, and always be kind to your pet. Begin with your opinion, then give two good points and one bad point, and finish with a sentence about your choice.
| Pet | Positive (P) | Negative (N) |
|---|---|---|
| rabbit | calm, soft fur | needs a clean cage every day |
| fish | quiet, easy to watch | needs clean water |
| bird | sings in the morning | needs a big cage |
I think a rabbit is the best pet for a family. It is calm and quiet, so it does not disturb the neighbours. It has soft fur, which children love to stroke. However, a rabbit needs a clean cage and fresh vegetables every day, which takes time. In my opinion, a rabbit is the best choice because it is friendly.
| Note | P or N |
|---|---|
| calm and quiet | P |
| soft fur | P |
| needs a clean cage | N |
| Symbol | Place |
|---|---|
| G | gym |
| L | laboratory |
| P | playground |
Pet debate. The child chooses a pet (a cat, a fish, a rabbit or a bird) and says why it is the best. The grown-up chooses a different pet and says why. Each speaker must give one positive point with which and one negative point with but.