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Analysing the features of the non-fiction book 'Rushing Rivers'

'Rushing Rivers': reading

Unit Summary

In this unit, pupils read and explore the non-fiction text 'Rushing Rivers'. They identify the features of a non-fiction text and use strategies to retrieve information. Finally, pupils summarise their learning on rivers, discussing it with others to help consolidate knowledge.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to identify the features of a non-fiction text.

Key Notes

  • The purpose of a non-fiction text is to inform, explain, or provide factual information.
  • The features of a non-fiction text are designed to help the reader navigate the text and find information easily.
  • Contents, glossary and index pages are key features of a non-fiction text like 'Rushing Rivers'
  • The layout of 'Rushing Rivers' is determined by its purpose and audience.
  • Headings, images and facts are key layout features of 'Rushing Rivers'.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • purpose: the reason for something and the desired impact
  • features: distinctive characteristics belonging to something
  • navigate: to find your way to something
  • layout: the way information is organised on the page

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Children find the difference between an index and a contents page confusing.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.

The purpose of a non-fiction text is to inform, explain, or provide factual information. The features of a non-fiction text are designed to help the reader navigate the text and find information easily.

2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'purpose'

the reason for something and the desired impact.

3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.

Mistake: Children find the difference between an index and a contents page confusing. Correction: Clearly explain the key differences and look at examples of contents and index pages from a range of non-fiction texts to highlight this.

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