SOURCE: Amy Groesbeck What are some of the ways nonfiction writing is organized? GerlachĪdditionally, this chart uses real life examples to point out different text features: This chart addresses why text features are an important part of nonfiction texts:Īnd this one, for upper elementary students, goes into greater detail about each feature. For example, photographs, charts, graphs, captions, etc. Use anchor charts to show examples of some of different text features readers may encounter. The most distinctive characteristic of nonfiction is the use of graphic features that supplement the learning. Usually the writing is more clear, concise and to the point. Nonfiction texts are organized differently than fiction. SOURCE: One Stop Teacher Stop What are nonfiction text features? Understanding this helps readers set a purpose for reading in a more focused, attentive way.

SOURCE: Elementary Shenanigans How do we read nonfiction?Īs opposed to reading stories for pleasure, the main purpose for reading nonfiction is to learn facts about something. This anchor chart explains the difference in pictograph form:Ī Venn diagram is another great way to show the similarities and differences between nonfiction and fiction: So spend lots of time sorting through examples of different types of writing to help your students memorize the difference. Many young learners get hung up on the “non” portion of the word nonfiction, reasoning that nonfiction must mean not real. SOURCE: Hello Learning What’s the difference between fiction and nonfiction? Drive your point home with pictures and samples of nonfiction sources.

3rd grade story elements anchor chart