Documentos de Académico
Documentos de Profesional
Documentos de Cultura
Features of
Nonfiction Texts
LESSON
WORDS
TO KNOW
Heading a word or phrase at the top of a paragraph that tells what the paragraph is about
Review It!
Read the heading and the paragraph. Use the Hint to understand how
headings help readers.
After-School Classes
Are you looking for something to
do after school? Then come to the
community center. There are classes for
everyoneart, dance, jazz, chess, and
many more!
Try It!
Read these sections from the community center catalog. As you read, underline the
key words in each paragraph that tell more about the heading.
Story Hour
Come and listen to wonderful storytellers. Then learn to tell stories of your own. What
tales can you dream up?
Now, use the passage to answer the questions on the following page.
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2.
3.
1.
2.
Which words help you
figure out where to find
dance classes?
3.
What skills might you learn
in Art and Crafts class?
5.
What other activities or
classes are offered at your
local community center?
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