In many books especially informational texts, the reader can gain new knowledge not only from the words found on the page, but from the illustrations. These illustrations are put on the page to serve a purpose, and are called 'text features'.
Text features, can help a reader learn and understand more about a topic. For example, if the author wants a reader to understand where a country is in the world, then providing a map will help the reader visualize and understand the country's location. Text features include: maps, photographs, charts, diagrams, labels, an index, and much more.
By using illustrations and other text features we can answer many questions such as: what, when, where, and how?
Click here to continue learning about using illustrations to find the meaning of a text.
Once you have finished exploring, click the picture below to create your own story. You can use the 'Drawing Tool' to create your own illustrations for your Flip Book. Challenge your readers to discover the meaning of your story with as few words as possible. Once you have finished print out the story to be shared with others. Remember: The more detail the better!
For students who are struggling or need extra practice, click here to read and listen to a story about Clifford. Help choose the correct word by looking at the illustrations and text clues.
Text features, can help a reader learn and understand more about a topic. For example, if the author wants a reader to understand where a country is in the world, then providing a map will help the reader visualize and understand the country's location. Text features include: maps, photographs, charts, diagrams, labels, an index, and much more.
By using illustrations and other text features we can answer many questions such as: what, when, where, and how?
Click here to continue learning about using illustrations to find the meaning of a text.
Once you have finished exploring, click the picture below to create your own story. You can use the 'Drawing Tool' to create your own illustrations for your Flip Book. Challenge your readers to discover the meaning of your story with as few words as possible. Once you have finished print out the story to be shared with others. Remember: The more detail the better!
For students who are struggling or need extra practice, click here to read and listen to a story about Clifford. Help choose the correct word by looking at the illustrations and text clues.