Fact and Opinion for Kids - Dinosaurs!

The video tutorial explains the difference between facts and opinions. Facts are statements that are always true and can be verified through reliable sources. An example given is that some dinosaurs ate meat, which is a fact. Opinions, on the other hand, are personal beliefs or feelings that vary among individuals. An example of an opinion is thinking dinosaurs are interesting. The video includes an interactive exercise to identify facts and opinions, reinforcing the learning. It concludes by summarizing that facts are verifiable truths, while opinions are subjective and vary from person to person.

What is a characteristic of a fact?

• It changes from person to person.

• It cannot be checked in reliable sources.

• It is always true and can be verified.

• It is based on personal feelings.

Which of the following is an example of a fact?

• Dinosaurs are scary.

• Dinosaurs are boring.

• Some dinosaurs ate meat.

• Dinosaurs are fascinating.

What defines an opinion?

• It is a universal truth.

• It can be verified in books.

• It is a personal belief or feeling.

• It is the same for everyone.

Which statement is an opinion?

• Dinosaurs are scary.

• Some dinosaurs ate plants.

• Dinosaurs were reptiles.

• Dinosaurs lived millions of years ago.

How can you differentiate between a fact and an opinion?

• Facts are feelings, opinions are truths.

• Facts can be checked, opinions are personal.

• Opinions are always true, facts are not.

• Opinions can be verified, facts cannot.