Informative Writing

What is the purpose of informative writing?

• To provide information, explain steps in a process

• To tell a story

• To persuade the reader

• To entertain the reader

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What do you need for informative writing?

• Introduction, body and conclusion.

• Arguments and counter arguments.

• Opinions and persuasion.

• evidence and elaboration.

What tone should informative writing have?

• Neutral tone

• Humorous

• Sarcastic

• Melancoly

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What can you say about informative writing? Give 3 Details:

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Elements of an Informative/Explanatory Essay: (Choose all that applies)

• Has an introduction that introduces a topic and grabs the reader's attention.

• Clearly conveys information and ideas about a topic.

• Develops a topic with details, such as facts, examples, and anecdotes.

• Describes a detailed novel.

Think of someone in your life who is important to you. Explain why that person is important to you. Be sure to included 5 facts about that person.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5