Finding Information with Text Features

Finding Information with Text Features

Grade 8th Grade · ELA · 15 min· 3.rc.16.ri-use Text Features And Keywords, Sidebars, And Hyperlinks To Locate Information Relevant To A Given Topic. 3.rc.17.ri Explain How Information Gained From Illustrations (eg Maps, Photographs) And The Words In A Text, Contribute To Understanding A Text 3.rc.10.rl Explain How Information Gained From Visual Images In A Text Contributes To Understanding The Text.

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Learning Objective

I can use text features to find information in a text.

Warm-Up Video

Miacademy & MiaPrep Learning Channel · 7:59

Using Text and Visual Features To Answer Questions

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    A map key is a special feature that tells us what each symbol on a map means.

  • 2

    Diagrams use text labels to show all the parts of something, such as the parts of a toucan, and can prompt further questions that can be answered by reading the text.

  • 3

    A timeline puts events in order and pairs them with photographs to help us picture the different events and see what they looked like in real life.

Practice Questions

3 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

The video showed how to use a map and its key to find a viewpoint. Explain how the map key helped Bea find the best viewpoint to see the volcano.

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