Informational Writing for Kids - Episode 7: Making a Table of Contents
2 min1st2nd3rdReading & Writing (ELA)
Summary
Adding a nonfiction text feature: a table of contents that lists sections and page numbers to help readers find information.
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
A table of contents helps a reader find each part quickly.
- What does a table of contents do?
- Where is it found in a nonfiction book?
- What sections would you list for your topic?
Quick work-a-long
Words to know: table of contents, text feature, section
- List your sections with page numbers.
- Find a table of contents in a real book and compare.