EDITORIAL WRITING
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WHAT IS EDITORIAL WRITING?
• Editorial writing is where opinions and
comments are shared.
• News stories only report facts, but
editorials express opinions.
• Editorials speak for the newspaper or
publication.
• They help influence readers' thoughts or
CHARACTERISTICS OF GOOD EDITORIAL
• Interesting, Short, and Strong - It must
grab readers' attention.
• 2. Clear Purpose - It must have a moral
lesson, logical reasoning, and power to
persuade.
• 3. Factual - It must use true and correct
information.
• 4. Brief and Organized - Usually around
TYPES OF EDITORIAL
EDITORIAL OF INTERPRETATION
• Explains the meaning or
importance of a news event or
issue.
• Does not take sides.
• Shows both sides and lets
readers decide.
WHY MORE STUDENTS ARE
JOINING ONLINE CLASSES
Online classes are becoming more popular around
the world.
Many students like online learning because it is
flexible. It allows them to study from anywhere.
However, others struggle with it because they
miss seeing their classmates and teachers.
Online classes have both good and bad sides. In
the end, students must choose what works best
EDITORIAL OF CRITICISM
Points out problems and suggests
solutions.
THE PROBLEM WITH SCHOOL
WASTE
Our school is facing a problem with trash
everywhere.
Students often leave garbage on the floor.
This makes the school dirty and unhealthy.
The lack of proper bins is part of the problem.
The school should add more trash bins and
remind students to throw away garbage
EDITORIAL OF ARGUMENTATION OR PERSUASION
Takes a side and tries to convince
readers.
WHY SCHOOL SHOULD START
LATER
Students need more sleep to stay healthy and
focused.
Research shows early school start times make
students sleepy and stressed. A later start
can help students learn better.
Schools should start classes later to improve
students' health and learning.
EDITORIAL OF COMMENDATION OR APPRECIATION
Gives praise or thanks.
THANK YOU, FRONT LINE
WORKERS!
Our community heroes deserve our thanks.
Frontline workers, like doctors and nurses,
work hard to keep us safe during difficult
times.
We are grateful for their dedication and
sacrifice.
EDITORIAL OF ENTERTAINMENT
Discusses a topic in a fun, light
way but with a message.
THE ADVENTURES OF LOSING
HOMEWORK
Almost every student has lost their homework
at least once!
Homework can disappear in the oddest places
—under beds, behind books, or inside
backpacks.
Next time, let’s all remember to keep
homework safe and avoid funny surprises!
CRUSADE OR CAMPAIGN EDITORIAL
Urges readers to take action on
an important issue.
LET’S PLANT MORE TREES IN
THE COMMUNITY
Our town needs more green spaces.
Planting trees helps clean the air, gives
shade, and prevents flooding.
Everyone should join the tree-planting
activity this weekend to help the
environment.
POOLED EDITORIAL
Written by editors from different
newspapers together.
UNITED FOR CLEAN WATER
Many towns are facing water shortages.
Editors from several newspapers agree that
clean water should be a top priority.
Local leaders and citizens must work together
to protect water resources.
WHAT ARE EDITORIAL LINES?
• These are short statements or paragraphs
about current issues.
• They may be serious or light in tone.
• You’ll usually find them at the end of an
editorial column.
• They are like final thoughts or a quick
message that reflects the opinion of the
PREPARING TO
WRITE AN EDITORIAL
1. Pick a timely and interesting topic –
Something people care about now.
2. Know what type of editorial you’re writing –
Is it persuasive? Informative?
3. Understand your topic deeply – Know the
facts and background.
4. Form your stand or opinion – What do you
believe?
5. Collect supporting data or examples – Use
facts to support your opinion.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT TOPIC
✔️Timely – Is it happening now?
✔️Important – Does it affect
people?
✔️Interesting – Will readers care?
PARTS OF AN EDITORIAL
1. Introduction – Start with the topic
and your opinion.
2. Body – Give your reasons, facts,
and examples.
3. Conclusion – Restate your stand
and suggest a solution or action.
INTRODUCTION
• The first paragraph of your
editorial.
• It may include the news or issue
being discussed.
• If it’s based on a news event, we
call it the “news peg.”
COMPOSING A NEWS PEG
Most editorials are commentaries on
news events. Consequently, the lead
is based (pegged) on such event,
thus the term news peg.
BODY
• This is the middle part of your editorial.
• It contains:
✔️Important facts about the issue
✔️Your opinion or viewpoint
✔️Clear reasons and examples to support your
stand
• Usually written in 3 to 4 paragraphs.
Tip: Use transition words like first, also, because,
CONCLUSION
• The final part of the editorial.
• It wraps up the main idea and gives a
strong ending thought.
• Can include a challenge, suggestion,
or call to action.
• It’s also called the “clincher.”
THE LEAD
Here are 5 ways to start your editorial:
1. A simple statement of the issue
2. A surprising or powerful sentence
3. A question that hooks the reader
4. A quote related to the topic
5. A short story or situation that shows
WRITING THE EDITORIAL
Be sure that you understand thoroughly
the situation or problem about which
you are going to write.
WRITING THE EDITORIAL
Plan a striking and interesting
introduction. This is the news peg, the
situation, the problem about which the
editorial is centered.
WRITING THE EDITORIAL
Build up your arguments in logical
sequence. This is the cause and effect
of the situation. Explain your reaction
to the problem. Give examples to
support your arguments and this is an
effective way to drive home the point.
WRITING THE EDITORIAL
The last part of the editorial should tie
up with your beginning/introduction.
Here you either suggest a solution or
present a challenge.
WRITING ACTIVITY
Instruction:
Make sure your editorial:
• Has a clear introduction with a news
peg.
• Presents your stand/opinion clearly.
• Uses examples and facts.
SHOULD CELLPHNONES BE ALLOWED IN SCHOOL?
Guide Questions:
[Link] is this issue being talked about in many schools
today?
[Link] are the reasons some students want to use
cellphones in school?
[Link] are the dangers or disadvantages of allowing
cellphones in school?
[Link] does this issue affect students’ learning and
behavior?
ARE SCHOOL UNIFORMS NECESSARY?
Guide Questions:
[Link] do schools require students to wear uniforms?
[Link] are the advantages of wearing a school
uniform?
[Link] are the disadvantages or complaints students
have about uniforms?
[Link] does wearing (or not wearing) a uniform affect
student discipline or equality?
[Link] is your stand about this issue? Why?
SOCIAL MEDIA’S IMPACT TO TEENAGERS
Guide Questions:
[Link] is social media such a big part of teenagers’
lives today?
[Link] are the good effects of using social media?
[Link] are the harmful effects of too much social
media use?
[Link] does social media affect friendships, studies,
and mental health?
[Link] is your personal stand—should students limit
BANNING JUNKFOOD IN SCHOOL CANTEENS
Guide Questions:
[Link] do some schools want to ban junk food in the
canteen?
[Link] are the health risks of eating too much junk
food?
[Link] do students still prefer junk food despite the
risks?
[Link] does this issue affect students’ health and
school performance?
EXTENDING SCHOOL BREAKS DURING HOT WEATHER
Guide Questions:
[Link] are extreme heat and hot weather becoming more
common in your community?
[Link] does hot weather affect students’ focus and
health in school?
[Link] are the advantages of extending school breaks
during hot days?
[Link] are the disadvantages or challenges of extending
breaks?
[Link] is your stand—should schools extend breaks
