Reading Nonfiction
True or False: Nonfiction does not include opinions-only facts.
False. Nonfiction is primarily facts, but authors include their own viewpoints as well.
Name the pattern?
When a student forgets to study for a test, the effect is that they may receive a lower grade than expected. For example, if a student spends their time playing video games instead of reviewing their notes, they are likely to struggle to remember important information during the test.
Cause and Effect
Character in fiction is similar to ___ in nonfiction.
Real people
When and where a story or scene takes place (fiction)
Setting
Before reading nonfiction, you should prepare your brain by previewing the text and looking for these (Hint: THIEVES).
Text features or Titles, headers, visuals, captions, etc.
Name that pattern
Social media platforms offer both similarities and differences. While Instagram focuses on visual content like photos and videos, Twitter emphasizes short and concise text-based updates. Despite these distinctions, both platforms serve as popular tools for communication and connection in today's digital age.
Compare and Contrast
Fiction has some made up details and situations, while nonfiction has ____ facts and situations.
REAL
A person's problem or dilemma in a text (fiction and nonfiction)
Conflict
How can headings and subheading help you understand a nonfiction text?
(Answers vary)
Lets you preview the text/make predictions for what you're about to read/Gives you an idea of important information to look for/helps with the main idea
Name that pattern?
I woke up early on Saturday morning, had a hearty breakfast, and then went for a jog in the park. After my run, I met my friends at the cafe for a relaxing chat and a cup of coffee
Sequence or Chronological order
What is the theme of this passage? (fiction)
Cassie found a wallet on the street. Despite being tempted to keep the money inside, she decided to return it to its rightful owner, setting a positive example for her younger brother. Through this experience, Cassie discovered that integrity is more valuable than any amount of money.
1. Honesty is the best quality to have.
2. Having integrity is more valuable than any amount of money.
3. Setting the right example is influential for others.
Define plot and list the elements. (fiction)
series/sequence of events in a story (usually around a central conflict)
Initiating event, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution
True or false: Nonfiction cannot contain figurative language (only fiction)
FALSE!! It's often found in fiction, but figurative language can be used to describe almost anything.
Name that pattern.
Freezer burn may have wasted more ice-cream than sidewalks. If you don’t know, freezer burn is when ice crystals form on the surface of ice-cream. These ice crystals can ruin the texture and flavor of the ice cream. But you can prevent freezer burn. Since freezer burn is caused when melted ice-cream is refrozen, rather than eating your ice-cream from the container as it melts, scoop your ice-cream into a bowl and put the container back in the fridge immediately. Doing this ought to help you solve your issues with freezer burn.
Problem and Solution
The reason or purpose behind a text being written (sometimes it can be to convince the reader or to describe something).
Author's Purpose
Your opinion--only facts/details from the text
Name that pattern.
Cell phones are versatile tools that serve multiple functions. They allow users to make calls, send text messages, browse the internet, take photos, and listen to music
Description
Resolution (how the story ends, wraps things up for the reader)
The most important point about the text or a section that the author wants you to take away from it after reading
Main idea (nonfiction)