Subjective Language vs Objective Language: What’s the Difference?

Subjective language and objective language are like opposing sides of the same coin. While they are different, they both have great value if used correctly!

This engaging classroom poster has been created by our team to support you in teaching subjective language vs objective language to your students. It provides an age-appropriate definition of each type of language and lists some key features of each, such as the emotional language associated with opinion statements and the neutral language associated with factual statements. 

Designed with bright visuals and clear text, this resource supports visual learners and reinforces classroom instruction. It is available as a PDF or an editable Google Slides file. You can access and print either a full-color or black-and-white version, depending on your needs.

Ways to Explore Objective Language vs Subjective Language

This objective language vs subjective language poster is a practical teaching aid that can be used in multiple ways to support teaching and learning in your classroom. Here are some ideas from our team to get you started:

• Lesson Launchpad – Use the poster as a stimulus for a lesson about the differences between subjective and objective language. Review the key features on the poster, then have students brainstorm examples of each type of language.
• Reference Sheet – Use the black-and-white version as a reference sheet that can be glued into students’ workbooks. This allows students to revisit the key differences between subjective and objective language as they read and write texts.
• Writing Activity – Provide a writing prompt in which students must write two versions of a paragraph: one using subjective language and one using objective language. The poster can serve as a guide to help them choose appropriate words.

Download and Print This Subjective vs Objective Language Poster

Use the Download button to access your preferred version of this subjective vs objective language poster. Please note that you will be required to make a personal copy of the Google Slides file before you can access it.

We recommend enlarging the size of this poster for enhanced readability.

This resource was created by Kaylyn Chupp, a teacher in Florida and a Teach Starter collaborator.

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