Informational report
What is an informational report?
It is a report telling readers facts about a topic. It informs the reader on a topic.
What is a subtopic?
a subtopic is a part of the main topic. A subtopic will get it's own section in your report.
What is a table of contents?
It is a table that tells readers the subtopics they will find in the report and in what order they will find them
Why is it important to paraphrase information?
So that you are not stealing another authors information without giving them credit.
True or False:
An informational report has stories and experiences from the author.
False. An informational report only shares facts about the topic. There is no personal opinions or stories in it.
What is an example of a subtopic for a report on the red-eyed tree frog?
Possible answers:
characteristics
habitat
predators and prey
adaptations
Why is the table of contents important?
It is important because it tells you what information is in the report and where to find it.
What is plagiarism?
Plagiarism is when an author steals the exact words from another author without giving them credit.
What is an example of a feature of informational writing?
Photos
Table of contents
Headings
Bold words
What is the difference between a fact and a subtopic?
a subtopic is a collection of facts.
What should your table of contents have in addition to your subtopics?
An introduction and conclusion
What is the difference between plagiarism and paraphrasing?
plagiarism is when you steal another authors words and ideas without giving them credit. Paraphrasing is when you take information or facts and write them in your own words. You paraphrase facts to make sure you are not plagiarism.