Nonfiction Text Features 1
Where a glossary is located in a nonficiton book
The back
A list of page numbers showing what page each chapter starts
Table of Contents
A word or phrase that points to a part of an image to name/describe that part
Label
The name of a 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
A box that gives extra information about a topic
Fact Box
A word or phrase dividing the text into sections to give readers an idea of what part of the text is about
Heading or Subheading
An alphabetical list of terms and their definitions
Glossary-sometimes called Key Words
A smaller section of text set apart from the main text containing extra information or interesting facts related to the main text
Sidebar
An organized way to show data/information visually
Chart or Graph
Text feature in the back of a nonfiction text used to locate the page numbers of different topics
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
Italicize
A short description of a 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
A feature located at the bottom of a page that gives more details without interrupting the main text
Footnote