State your opinion on internet slang
Write a short opinion paragraph about internet slang, create a pros-and-cons poster, and present your reasons to a friend or family member.
About this activity
Write a short opinion paragraph about internet slang, create a pros-and-cons poster, and present your reasons to a friend or family member.
What you need
Step by step
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Step 1
Decide your opinion about internet slang and choose whether you think it helps people communicate or causes confusion.
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Step 2
Write three quick reasons that support your opinion on a small piece of paper.
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Step 3
Write one short counter-argument that someone might say against your opinion.
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Step 4
Use your reasons to write a short opinion paragraph of about four sentences on a fresh sheet of paper.
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Step 5
Underline one sentence in your paragraph that you want to explain more during your presentation.
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Step 6
Write a title on the top of your poster board like "Internet Slang: Pros & Cons."
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Step 7
Use a ruler to draw a vertical line down the middle of the poster to make two columns.
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Step 8
In the left column write the pros as short bullet points using your supporting reasons.
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Step 9
In the right column write the cons as short bullet points using your counter-argument and worries.
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Step 10
Add small drawings or colour to the poster to make each point easy to read and fun to look at.
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Step 11
Practice presenting by reading your paragraph aloud and pointing to each poster bullet for two minutes.
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Step 12
Present your poster and read your paragraph to a friend or family member.
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Step 13
Make any small changes to your paragraph or poster after listening to their feedback.
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Step 14
Share your finished creation on DIY.org
Fun facts
How do I guide my child to write an opinion paragraph about internet slang and present it?
Start by asking your child what internet slang they know and choose one or two terms to focus on. Help them pick a clear opinion (for or against using slang in schoolwork, for example). Teach paragraph structure: topic sentence, two or three supporting reasons with examples, and a closing sentence. Create a pros-and-cons poster together to visualize points, then rehearse a short presentation for a friend or family member. Encourage respectful language and using examples.
What materials do I need for the internet slang pros-and-cons poster activity?
You’ll need basic art and writing supplies: paper or poster board, markers and colored pencils, sticky notes or index cards, scissors and glue, and a ruler. Add a tablet or computer for quick research and printed examples of internet slang if you like. A timer, stickers, and simple clip art or emojis help make the pros-and-cons poster visually engaging. Optional: a checklist or rubric to guide the paragraph and presentation practice.
What ages is this activity suitable for?
This activity suits children roughly ages 8–14. Younger kids (8–10) can focus on basic opinions and simple posters with adult help. Ages 11–14 can research, write a structured paragraph, and lead the poster creation and presentation independently. Adapt vocabulary complexity, the number of supporting reasons, and poster detail to match reading and writing skills. Supervise online research and help younger children translate slang into age-appropriate language.
What are the benefits and safety tips for an opinion activity about internet slang?
Doing this opinion activity builds critical thinking, media literacy, and communication skills as children evaluate language and explain reasons. It boosts vocabulary and respectful debate practice. For safety, monitor online research to avoid inappropriate sites and discuss privacy—don’t share personal info when trying phrases online. Encourage respectful attitudes toward others’ language choices and explain context: some slang is casual, some is inappropriate in school or public settings. Cele
Watch & Learn
Need help?
What can we use instead of poster board or a ruler if we don't have them?
If you don't have poster board use taped-together printer paper or a piece of cardboard and use the edge of a book as a straightedge to draw the vertical line down the middle of the poster.
My child rushes through the two-minute presentation or can't fill the time — how can we fix that?
If the practice feels too short, rehearse reading the four-sentence paragraph aloud while deliberately pointing to each poster bullet for two minutes and add one small drawing or an extra short example from your three reasons to lengthen the speech.
How can this activity be adjusted for younger or older kids?
For younger children, have them state one opinion, draw simple pros and cons in the two poster columns and read a one-sentence paragraph aloud, while older students can write three evidence-backed reasons on the small piece of paper, expand the paragraph, and include a sourced counter-argument before sharing on DIY.org.
How can we make the poster and presentation more interesting or personalized?
To enhance the project, use the 'Add small drawings or colour' step to create a color code for pros vs cons, underline a different sentence to discuss in Q&A, and attach a QR code linking to an article that supports one of your three reasons before posting on DIY.org.