Pros and cons: a short paragraph
When we write about an idea, we give the pros and the cons. A pro is a good point. A con is a bad point. We use linking phrases to join our ideas. Many people think … starts the good points. They also say … adds one more. But, on the other hand, … shows the other side. In general, … sums up the idea. In my opinion, … gives our own idea. Read the table and the model paragraph about homework on a tablet.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| We can find facts quickly. | It is easy to play games instead. |
| We can watch videos about science. | Our eyes get tired. |
Many people think a tablet helps with homework. They also say we can watch videos about science. But, on the other hand, a tablet can make our eyes tired, and games are very near. In general, a tablet is useful when a grown-up knows what we do. In my opinion, we should use it for half an hour and then play outside.
A bicycle is good for the air. That is a pro.
But in the rain it is not comfortable. That is a con.
In my opinion, a bicycle is a good idea for short trips.
Pro or con? Write six sentences on small cards, three pros and three cons, about using a phone. The child reads each card and puts it on a pro side or a con side of the table. Then the child says one sentence with In my opinion.