This type of writing can be fiction or nonfiction.

This type of writing is ALWAYS nonfiction.

Uses facts and statistics as evidence.

Explains the reason something happens and offers suggestions to solve the situation.

Tells about people or places using sensory language

Discusses the similarities and differences between two subjects.

Uses transition words to show the order of events or steps in a process.

JJ had a stinky hamster. She decided to give him a dust bath to make him sweet smelling. This is an example of a _______________________.

Snow fell softly and quietly as night fell. The only sound to break the silence was the crunching of my boots as I trudged through the dense forest. This is an example of ____________________.

A novel with made-up characters is an example of __________________.

Your science textbook is an example of ___________________.

Contains the story elements of plot, characterization and conflict.

I followed my grandmother's recipe for her famous chocolate cake, and everyone loved it. A recipe is an example of ___________________ writing.

Dogs are great companions; however, cats are more independent and they don't need walks several times a day. This is an example of ______________________ writing.

When there is not enough rain over a long period of time, a drought occurs. This is an example of __________________.

First, gather all the gardening tools you will need. Next, decide which container you want to use and add planting soil to the pot. Dig a hole in the center of the dirt and place the plant in the middle. Finally, cover the roots with dirt and water your plant well. The underlined words are examples of ______________________.

Another name for informational writing is _________________.

Newspaper articles and textbooks are both _________________ texts.

Your informational writing quiz is ____________________.