Informational Texts
Informational texts provide readers with facts about a specific topic or topics. Some examples of informational texts include textbooks, newspaper articles, and encyclopedias.
Elements of Informational Texts
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The central idea of an informational text will tell readers what topic or topics the text will focus on. The central idea is further expanded with supporting evidence, which gives more detailed information on a topic.
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Informational texts will often use organizational patterns to present information in specific ways. Depending on the organization pattern used, readers can learn different things about a topic.
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In a chronological pattern, a writer organizes information from earliest to latest.
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Some informational texts may also use a number of different features and graphics. Readers can use them to find or gain specific information in a text.
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Move on to the next page to see an example of an informational text.
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2nd Grade Reading - Informational Text Lesson