Text Features
What is a text feature?
Everything on page that is not the words in the paragraphs
What is author's claim?
The author's opinion
What is main idea?
What the story is mostly about
What is character perspective?
The soup was so steaming that Sarah had to wait before taking a bite. She could see hot air rising from the bowl.
Very hot
Why does an author put text features in a story?
To give the reader additional information about the topic
Where is author's claim normally found in a story?
At the beginning
What is the main idea?
The city park is a great place for people to spend time. Families have picnics under the trees, kids play on the swings, and runners use the walking paths. There is even a small pond where ducks swim. The park brings people together to relax and have fun.
The city park is a fun place to spend time
How can I tell a character's perspective?
Through their thoughts, words, and actions
The old house looked abandoned. The windows were broken, the grass was overgrown, and no one had lived there for years.
Empty
Why would an author put a caption underneath a picture?
To give the reader information about what is happening in the picture
True or false: Author's have to provide reasons for their claims
True
What is the main idea?
Tom loves to read books about space. He checks out new books from the library every week and learns about planets, stars, and astronauts. Sometimes he even shares fun facts with his friends. Tom enjoys learning about space.
Tom loves reading about space
What is Sam's perspective of the storm?
Sam looked at the dark clouds and sighed. He had planned to play soccer outside, but now it was starting to rain. He slowly put his ball away and sat by the window. “This is the worst day,” he thought.
He is upset because he can't play his soccer game
The scientist was puzzled by the results of the experiment. No matter how many times she repeated it, the outcome was always different, and she could not explain why.
confused
What kind of text feature lets the reader know what they are about to read about?
heading/subheading
What is the author's claim
Recess should be longer at school. Running and playing outside helps students feel happy and ready to learn. When kids get more time to move, they can focus better in class. Schools should give students extra recess time every day.
Recess should be longer at school
What is the main idea?
Maria practiced the piano every day after school. At first, she made many mistakes, but she kept trying. After a few weeks, she could play her song smoothly. Practice helped Maria improve her piano skills.
Practicing everyday made Maria better at the piano
What is Mia's perspective in this passage?
Mia walked into her new classroom and looked around nervously. She didn’t know anyone yet, and everything felt different. When a girl smiled and waved at her, Mia felt a little better. Maybe this school wouldn’t be so bad after all.
Mia feels nervous at first, but then starts to feel hopeful about her new school.
The magician’s trick was so astonishing that the audience gasped in surprise. No one could figure out how he made the rabbit disappear.
Surprising
Why would an author put words in bold?
Those words are extra important to the topic
What is the author's claim?
Pets should not be allowed in classrooms. However, having a class pet can teach students responsibility and kindness. Students can take turns feeding and caring for the animal. Class pets can make school more fun and help students learn important skills.
Pet should not be allowed in classrooms
What is the main idea?
The beach is busy during the summer. Families build sandcastles, swim in the ocean, and relax under umbrellas. Ice cream trucks play music as they drive by. Many people visit the beach to have fun in the sun.
What is Carlos's perspective in this passage?
Carlos held his science project tightly as he stood in front of the class. His hands were a little shaky, but he remembered how hard he worked on it. When his classmates began to clap, he smiled proudly. He was glad he didn’t give up.
Carlos feels nervous at first but then proud and happy about his hard work.
The explorer felt reluctant to enter the dark cave, but he knew he had to continue his journey. He hesitated at the entrance before stepping inside.
Did not want to