Text Structure Graphics

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What is a text structure?

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A text structure is the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas.

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What is the 'Problem & Solution' text structure?

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This structure presents a problem and then offers one or more solutions to that problem.

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What is the 'Compare & Contrast' text structure?

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This structure discusses the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is the 'Description' text structure?

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This structure provides detailed information about a topic, including characteristics and features.

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What is the 'Cause & Effect' text structure?

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This structure explains reasons why something happened (cause) and the results of that event (effect).

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What is the 'Sequence' text structure?

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This structure presents information in a specific order or sequence, often used for instructions or timelines.

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Give an example of a 'Problem & Solution' text structure.

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A story about a town facing a drought (problem) and how they built a new water reservoir (solution).

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Give an example of a 'Compare & Contrast' text structure.

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An essay comparing cats and dogs, discussing their similarities and differences.

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Give an example of a 'Description' text structure.

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A paragraph describing the features of a rainforest, including its plants and animals.

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Give an example of a 'Cause & Effect' text structure.

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A report explaining how pollution (cause) leads to climate change (effect).