What is the purpose of a heading in a nonfiction text?

A heading tells the reader what the section of text below it is about.

Look at the picture of the narwhal. Write a caption that gives more information about the narwhal in the picture.

Captions can vary, but should include a short description of the narwhal in the picture.

2nd GradeELA15 min

aligned to Indiana 2.rc.7

I can identify nonfiction text features (such as headings, captions, and labels).

5 min

Text Features for Kids

sofatutor US

5 min

Key concepts students will learn:

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The table of contents is found at the beginning of a book and lists topics and the page where they start.
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A heading is a short phrase above the text that tells what the section is about.
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A caption is a short explanation that gives details about a picture.

10 min

3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

5 min

“Name three nonfiction text features that Pearl showed Otis in the video.”

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