- English Language Arts and Reading
- Grade 4
- Multiple genres
recognize characteristics and structures of informational text, including:
features such as pronunciation guides and diagrams to support understanding; and
While reading an informational text of which all students have a copy, point out features that are specific to the text as informational such as a pronunciation guide or a diagram. Ask students to consider the way in which text features support comprehension of the text. Have students imagine that those features were not included in the text and predict how reading the text would be different.
Possible Questions:
This assessment item provides an opportunity for students to demonstrate an ability to identify various text features that are common to informational texts and explain how these features help the reader to better understand what the author is attempting to share.