Informational Text Analysis

Unknown Grade45 min

Learning Objective

I can explain what the author wants me to know after reading an informational text.

Lesson Flow

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Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Imagine you read a short article about the benefits of playing video games. The article highlights improved problem-solving skills and hand-eye coordination but doesn't mention any potential negative effects like eye strain or addiction. What do you think the author wants you to know about video games? You read a paragraph in a textbook about a famous inventor. The paragraph focuses on their successes and contributions but doesn't mention any of their failures or controversies. What do you think the author wants you to know about this inventor?

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