The Story
Everyone has opinions. It's important to be able to express those opinions thoughtfully and clearly. Opinions have the power to influence someone's thoughts and behavior. But without facts to back them up, opinions are not very convincing. Learn how to find the right balance of facts and opinions to create a motivating opinion piece that will inspire your readers to take action.
Author: Heather E. Schwartz
Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
Published: 01/01/2026
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Library Binding
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 9.07h x 7.26w x 0.31d
ISBN: 9798765688786
Audience: Ages 9-12
Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 04/01/2026 pg. 104
About the Author
Schwartz, Heather E.: - When Heather E. Schwartz was thirteen years old, she tracked down several lead orphans from the 1983 movie "Annie" and interviewed them by phone. As an adult, she realized she could apply those same early instincts to a career as a journalist and writer. She is the author of more than 35 nonfiction children's titles, published by Lerner Publishing Group, Capstone Press, Teacher Created Materials, Lucent Books, and Tangerine Press, a Scholastic imprint. She has written articles for National Geographic Kids and Discovery Girls. In addition, she developed the content for KidsGetArthritisToo.org, the juvenile section of the Arthritis Foundation's website. Other credits in the children's market include articles for Teen, Girls' Life, and All About You magazines. Additionally, Ms. Schwartz is a former editor at Bridal Guide magazine, co-author of Bridal Guide Magazine's How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Gown (Warner, 2004), and contributor to The Takeout Cookbook (Knock Knock 2007).
Description
Everyone has opinions. It's important to be able to express those opinions thoughtfully and clearly. Opinions have the power to influence someone's thoughts and behavior. But without facts to back them up, opinions are not very convincing. Learn how to find the right balance of facts and opinions to create a motivating opinion piece that will inspire your readers to take action.
Author: Heather E. Schwartz
Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
Published: 01/01/2026
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Library Binding
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 9.07h x 7.26w x 0.31d
ISBN: 9798765688786
Audience: Ages 9-12
Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 04/01/2026 pg. 104
About the Author
Schwartz, Heather E.: - When Heather E. Schwartz was thirteen years old, she tracked down several lead orphans from the 1983 movie "Annie" and interviewed them by phone. As an adult, she realized she could apply those same early instincts to a career as a journalist and writer. She is the author of more than 35 nonfiction children's titles, published by Lerner Publishing Group, Capstone Press, Teacher Created Materials, Lucent Books, and Tangerine Press, a Scholastic imprint. She has written articles for National Geographic Kids and Discovery Girls. In addition, she developed the content for KidsGetArthritisToo.org, the juvenile section of the Arthritis Foundation's website. Other credits in the children's market include articles for Teen, Girls' Life, and All About You magazines. Additionally, Ms. Schwartz is a former editor at Bridal Guide magazine, co-author of Bridal Guide Magazine's How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Gown (Warner, 2004), and contributor to The Takeout Cookbook (Knock Knock 2007).
