General Nonfiction
What does "nonfiction" mean?
Not fake
Not made up
Real story/events/information
What does a title tell you?
A title tells you what the nonfiction text will be about
This text structure describes information about a topic in a lot of detail.
Description
South Africa is one of the most diverse nations on Earth. It is made up of many different cultural and ethnic groups, including Africans, Indians, and Europeans. The country has eleven official languages that are spoken by the people.
What type of text structure is this?
a. Description
b. Sequence
c. Compare/Contrast
a. Description
True or False: A biography is a type of nonfiction
What is the small writing under a picture that explains what is going on in the picture.
a. caption
b. title
c. subtitle
d. graph
A.) caption
This text structure shows a challenge or problem and offers solutions to the problem.
Problem/Solution
Every year plastic products add a huge amount of pollution to our environment. All of this plastic ends up in landfills where it can't be recycled. To fix this problem, people can recycle and start using reusable containers. Having reusable containers makes people spend less money and keeps the earth clean!
a. Cause/effect
b. Problem/solution
c. Sequence
b. Problem/solution
True or False: A nonfiction story has characters and a narrator.
False. A fiction (made up) story has characters and a narrator.
What is the name of the text feature that shows key words and their definitions?
a. sidebar
b. bold text
c. graph
d. glossary
d. glossary
This text structure shows the similarities and differences between two things.
Compare and Contrast
Rap music began in the Bronx, New York, around 1973, when DJ Kool Herc started mixing music at block parties, introducing the concept of "rapping" over beats. By the late 1970s, groups like The Sugarhill Gang released "Rapper's Delight" (1979), which became the first rap song to gain widespread popularity. In the 1980s, artists like Run-D.M.C. and LL Cool J brought rap into the mainstream, while Public Enemy used their music to address social issues. The 1990s saw the rise of West Coast rap with artists like Tupac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G., who became icons of the genre. By the 2000s, rap had evolved further, with artists like Eminem and Jay-Z pushing creative boundaries.
a. Description
b. Chronological
c. Cause/Effect
b. Chronological
When you read nonfiction, what is the author's PURPOSE for writing?
*hint* Think P.I.E.
What is the purpose of a heading?
To tell what a specific part of a topic is about. For example, in an article about J. Cole, a heading called "Early Life" would tell us about his childhood.
This text structure shows events in TIME/YEAR order
Chronological
In order to become a Twitch streamer, there are many steps you need to follow. First, you need to buy the materials to stream properly: a gaming computer, headset, steamdeck, and games. Next, you need to stream frequently in order to build your audience. Then, you should do collabs with other popular streamers to further build your audience and get your name out there. Finally, do some brand deals to monetize your content!
a. Chronological
b. Problem/Solution
c. Sequence
c. Sequence
Give one example of a nonfiction text.
Article, Mr. Duval's History Readings, Science magazine, textbook
Authors will use one of three text features to show which words are key words. Name one!
bold text
italics
glossary
This text structure shows events that happen and the reasons why they happen
Cause and Effect
The invasion of Ukraine by Russia in February 2022 impacted not only Ukraine but also countries around the world. One major cause of the invasion was Russia's desire to regain control over Ukraine, which it sees as part of its territory. Russia also aimed to prevent Ukraine from joining NATO, a military alliance that could threaten its influence in the region. The effects of this invasion have been severe, leading to widespread destruction in Ukraine, making millions of people leave their homes, and economic boundaries (sanctions) imposed on Russia by other countries. These actions have also increased tensions between Russia and Western nations, affecting global politics and security
a. Sequence
b. Cause and Effect
c. Problem/Solution
b. Cause and Effect