Brainstorming Basecamp Organizer Mission Map Organizer
Brainstorming
Planning My Opinion Ascent
Name: __________________________
Date: __________________________
One Paragraph Path
Multi-Paragraph Path
OREO Mission Map
O
Opinion
My Big Idea:
Waypoint 1
R1
E1
First reason why...
Supporting evidence...
Waypoint 2
R2
E2
Second reason why...
Supporting evidence...
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Mission Map Organizer
Brainstorming
Planning My Opinion Ascent
Name: __________________________
Date: __________________________
Optional Waypoint 3
R3
E3
A third reason (if you have one)...
Supporting evidence...
O
Wrap Up
Final Conclusion & Feeling:
Linking Words Gear:
First, Also, Finally, In my opinion...
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Climber Choice Writing Sheet Climber Choice Writing
Level 2
Flexible Scaffolds
Name: __________________________
Date: __________________________
O
In my opinion,
R1
First,
For example,
R2
Also,
One detail is
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Climber Choice Writing
Level 2
Flexible Scaffolds
Name: __________________________
Date: __________________________
R3
Optional Reason
Finally,
Another detail:
C
In conclusion,
Word Bank Gear
because believe favorite loyal think
Mission Check
Opinion + 2-3 Reasons
Indented Paragraphs
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Summit Support Writing Sheet Summit Support Writing
Level 1
Modular Scaffolds
Name: __________________________
Date: __________________________
O
My Opinion
I think the best season is:
R1
Reason #1
One reason is because...
E1
Detail:
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Summit Support Writing
Level 1
Modular Scaffolds
Name: __________________________
Date: __________________________
R2
Reason #2
Also, I like it because...
E2
Detail #2
One more detail:
C
Conclusion
To wrap it up,
Word Bank
Summer Winter Autumn Spring Weather Because
Mission Check
Opinion
2 Reasons
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Peak Performance Writing Sheet Peak Performance Writing
Level 3
Independent Mastery
Name: __________________________
Date: __________________________
Starters Gear:
P1: "I believe..."
P2: "First..."
P3: "Also..."
P4: "Finally..."
P5: "Overall..."
P1
P2
P3
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Peak Performance Writing
Level 3
Independent Mastery
Name: __________________________
Date: __________________________
P3
Cont.
P4
P5
*P4 is optional for those writing 3 distinct reasons
Transitions:
Furthermore Finally
Mission Check:
Indent
Reasons
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Basecamp Teacher Guide Basecamp Teacher Guide
Facilitation
End-of-Year Opinion Writing
Mission Protocol
Objective
Students demonstrate opinion writing mastery via single or multi-paragraph formats.
Reporting Tip
"Student drafted a multi-paragraph essay with 3 distinct reasons."
The Modular Strategy
One Paragraph
Intro/Opinion Block
Reason/Detail Block 1
Conclusion Block
Multi-Paragraph
Opinion = Paragraph 1
Reasons = Paragraphs 2-4
Conclusion = Paragraph 5
Climbing Levels
L1
Trailhead
Sentence frames. 1-2 reasons.
L2
Climber
Sentence starters. 2-3 reasons.
L3
Peak
Independent essay. 3 reasons.
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Basecamp Teacher Guide
Facilitation
End-of-Year Opinion Writing
Mission Protocol
Mission Protocol
1
Map the Route
Students identify their reasons and evidence using the Mission Map Organizer.
2
Paragraph Path
Teacher determines if the student is ready for a multi-paragraph essay ascent.
3
Drafting Summit
Distribute tiered writing sheets. Support transition word selection from the footer gear.
4
Final Descent
Students perform a final mission check and self-reflect on their writing goals.
Tip: Use the Word Bank for Level 1/2 vocabulary support.
Goal: Students should explain at least 2 distinct reasons.
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Opinion Outpost Slides Opinion Expedition
Opinion
Outpost
Mastering the art of persuasion, one waypoint at a time.
Mission Site
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The O-R-E-O Path
Current Mission
The Big Question
"What is the absolute best pet to have?"
Think about the pet that is the most fun, helpful, or loyal!
The Gear List
The O-R-E-O Path
O
Opinion
State your main idea clearly!
R
Reason
Tell us WHY you think that!
E
Example
Give a detail or a story!
O
Opinion
Restate your opinion again!
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Pick your climbing level and start drafting your opinion mission. The view from the top is great!
Level 1: Trailhead
Level 2: Climber
Level 3: Peak