Lesson 2.1 -The Features of Informational Texts

  • Lesson 2.1 -The Features of Informational Texts

    Specific Expectations 

    • explain the purpose and uses of information paragraphs 
    • use appropriate strategies for gathering supporting ideas and information from print and electronic sources 
    • identify the topic, the audience, the purpose for writing, and the requirements of the particular writing form; 
    • use appropriate strategies to monitor comprehension when reading informational and narrative texts 
    • use oral language skills, in English or a first language, to support and enhance their reading experiences 


    Learning Goals: By the end of this lesson you will be able to

    • Read an information text and accurately answer simple questions to demonstrate your understanding of the main ideas. 
    • Use post-reading strategies to identify the purpose of the text and respond to the content.
    • Recognize the structure of an informational text
    • Use the stages of the writing process to write a simple informational text about the history of cheese.