Nonfiction Text Features 1
Where is the glossary or mini dictionary located in a nonfiction book?
The back
A list of page numbers where each chapter begins, found at the front of the book
Table of Contents
A word or phrase that points to a part of an image to name/describe that part
Label
The part of the text that helps readers understand the topic of the reading
Title
A type of darker print used to draw attention to an important word
Bold Print
A visual representation of an area of land or sea showing physical features, cities, roads, etc.
Map
A visual aid that helps illustrate the parts of something or show a process or structure
Diagram
This is used to organize information in a list and can be a small symbol like a dot, dash or square
Bullet points
This divides the text into sections to give readers an idea of what part of the text is about
Heading or Subheading
An alphabetical list of words and their definitions
Glossary
A smaller section of text set apart from the main text containing extra information or interesting facts related to the main text
Textbox
An organized way to show data or information visually
Chart or Graph
Located in the back of a nonfiction text. This is an alphabetical listing of subjects or topics and their page numbers
Index
A visual representation of events in history displayed in chronological order
Timeline
A way to draw your attention to important words, giving a similar effect as bolding words. It looks like the word is leaning over a little.
Italicize/ Italics
A short description of a photograph or illustration and is located right below the photograph or illustration
Caption
Drawings that help the reader understand the text better
Illustrations
Type of text that gives real facts about a topic
Nonfiction Texts
The first and last words located at the top of the page in a glossary or dictionary
Guide Words