Informational Writing
Grade 6 · ELA · 45 min· Write Informative/explanatory Texts To Examine A Topic And Convey Ideas, Concepts, And Information Through The Selection, Organization, And Analysis Of Relevant Content: A. Introduce A Topic Clearly, Previewing What Is To Follow: Organize Ideas, Concepts, And Information Using Strategies Such As Definition, Classification, Comparison/contrast, And Cause/effect And Include Formatting (e.g., Headings), Graphics (e.g., Charts, Tables), And Multimedia When Useful To Aiding Comprehension; B. Develop The Topic With Relevant Facts, Definitions, Concrete Details, Quotations, Or Other Information And Examples C. Use Appropriate Transitions To Create Cohesion And Clarify The Relationships Among Ideas And Concepts D. Use Precise Language And Domain-specific Vocabulary To Inform About Or Explain The Topic E. Establish And Maintain A Formal Style F. Provide A Concluding Statement Or Section That Follows From And Supports The Information Or Explanation Presented. (w.7.2)
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Learning Objective
I can write an informative essay that introduces a topic, organizes information with headings and details, and uses precise language.
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Khan Academy · 6:12
The structures of informational texts | Reading | Khan Academy
Practice Questions
7 questions · Short answer
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“Choose a topic you are interested in. Outline an informational essay about this topic using the "cause and effect" structure. Include a brief introduction, at least three main points with supporting details, and a concluding statement. Choose a topic you are interested in. Outline an informational essay about this topic using the "compare and contrast" structure. Include a brief introduction, at least three main points with supporting details, and a concluding statement. Choose a topic you are interested in. Outline an informational essay about this topic using the "problem and solution" structure. Include a brief introduction, at least three main points with supporting details, and a concluding statement.”
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