The features of a text type refer to distinctive characteristics that belong to it.

The peritext is the elements around a book, including its cover, title and blurb.

The paratext is the elements within the text, including index and glossary; they are not part of the main text.

The purpose of a text refers to the reason it was written and the desired impact.

The layout of a text refers to the way the information is organised on the page.

Identifying the features of a non-fiction text with 'Crazy about Cats'

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In 'Crazy About Cats’, pupils read and retrieved information about wild cats. In ’Non- chronological report’, pupils will use this information to write non-chronological reports on wild cats.

In 'Curious Creatures Glowing in the Dark’, pupils read and discussed the features of a non-fiction text. In ’Crazy About Cats’, pupils will read and discuss another non-fiction and consider how the text is adapted to suit the intended audience.

'Crazy about Cats': reading

refer to distinctive characteristics that belong to a text

elements around a book, including its cover, title and blurb

refers to the reason it was written and the desired impact

elements within the text, including index and glossary

refers to the way the information is organised on the page

Match the keywords to the most appropriate definition. 

Which of the following are usually found within a non-fiction text, displayed on a page?

Who is the author and illustrator of 'Crazy About Cats'?

Which of the following are usually considered examples of **peritext**?

Which of the following are usually considered examples of **paratext**?

What elements or features are usually included in an index?

to engage readers with poetic language and artistic expression

to inform, explain, or provide factual information to readers

to immerse readers in imagined worlds, characters, and compelling narratives

to entertain through fictional drama or suspense

What is the purpose of a non-fiction text?

What features or elements would you expect to find in a non-fiction text?

It contains beautiful illustrations, which bring the story to life.

It is a biography about Gwendolyn Brooks.

It contains factual information about Gwendolyn's achievements.

In what ways could the following text be considered as part of the non-fiction genre?

 to convey emotions, thoughts, or personal experiences

to present and support a specific argument or point of view

to inform and engage readers in learning about different festivities

to tell a fictional story in a structured manner

What do you think is the purpose of this text?

responsible for crafting the words in a text

responsible for creating the pictures or artwork in a text

using clues from within the text to draw conclusions

finding key details or information in the text

Match the following terms to their definitions.

True or False? Non-fiction texts can **only** be presented in picturebook form.

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Identifying the features of a non-fiction text with 'Crazy about Cats'

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.