Info Text Basics
What kind of information do informational texts give?
Facts and information.
True or False: Facts can be proven.
True.
What do authors use to strengthen their main idea?
Supporting details.
Supporting details usually come before or after the main idea?
After.
Who is the NBA's all-time leading scorer?
LeBron James.
True or False: Informational texts tell made-up stories.
False.
Which is a fact?
A. Chocolate is the best flavor
B. Water freezes at 32°F
B. Water freezes at 32°F
What is a possible supporting detail for this main idea: The Dallas Cowboys are America's favorite team.
According to ESPN, the Dallas Cowboys are the most-watched team in the NFL.
What question helps you find supporting details?
A. Which sentences explain or prove the main idea?
B. How many paragraphs are in the article?
A. Which sentences explain or prove the main idea?
How many teams are there in the NBA?
A. 32
B. 35
C. 30
D. 25
C. 30
What is the main idea in an informational text?
The most important point the author is making.
Are opinions good supporting details in informational texts?
No, unless supported by facts.
Main idea: “The sun is important to life on Earth.”
Name one possible supporting detail.
Plants need sunlight to grow.
Which sentence supports this main idea:
“Recycling saves resources”?
A. Recycling reduces the need for new raw materials.
B. Recycling is good for the Earth.
A. Recycling reduces the need for new raw materials.
Which NBA team has the most championships?
Boston Celtics.
Supporting details in informational texts should be based on what?
Facts, examples, or data.
Why are statistics helpful supporting details?
They give numbers that prove the main idea.
Why are definitions helpful supporting details?
They explain important terms.
How can you tell if a detail connects to the main idea?
It explains or proves it.
LeBron James is the NBA's all-time leading scorer. Who is second?
What is the umbrella in an informational text?
The main idea.
Give an example of a statistic that could support a main idea.
LeBron James is the all-time leading scorer in NBA History.
What happens if an informational text has weak supporting details?
The main idea isn’t convincing or clear.
Find one supporting detail in the following nonfiction paragraph: School uniforms can be helpful for schools. They make getting ready for the morning easier. Uniforms also reduce students being made fun of for their clothing. In addition, students may focus more on learning instead of fashion.
- They make getting ready for the morning easier.
- Uniforms also reduce students being made fun of for their clothing.
- In addition, students may focus more on learning instead of fashion.
Which player has the most championships in NBA history?
Bill Russell.