Exploring the Features of Informational Writing

What is the main purpose of informational texts?

• To teach facts about a topic

• To describe the author's personal experiences

• To entertain with made-up stories

• To persuade the reader's opinion

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Which type of book is always based on true facts?

• Comic books

• Non-fiction

• Novels

• Fiction

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What feature in informational texts helps you find specific topics quickly?

• Characters

• Table of contents

• Plot summary

• Illustrations

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What is NOT a feature of informational texts?

• Headings

• Table of contents

• Glossary

• Dialogue

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What can you expect to learn about in episode 2?

• How to write a fictional story

• Different genres of books

• Choosing a topic for your informational book

• The history of informational texts

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