Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose?

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The author's purpose is the reason why the author writes a text. It can be to persuade, inform, or entertain the reader.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To persuade means to convince someone to believe or do something. Authors may use arguments, reasons, and emotional appeals.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To inform means to provide information or facts about a topic. Authors aim to educate the reader.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to provide enjoyment or amusement. Authors write stories, poems, or plays to engage the reader.

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Example of a text that aims to persuade.

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An advertisement for a new toy that encourages kids to ask their parents to buy it.

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Example of a text that aims to inform.

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A newspaper article explaining the importance of recycling.

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Example of a text that aims to entertain.

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A funny story about a dog that learns to skateboard.

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How can you tell if a text is meant to persuade?

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Look for strong opinions, emotional language, and calls to action.

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How can you tell if a text is meant to inform?

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Look for facts, statistics, and clear explanations about a topic.

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How can you tell if a text is meant to entertain?

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Look for humor, interesting characters, and engaging plots.