begins with some background information leading to the issue.Gives different points of view in order to make an informed decision. lists the arguments giving reasons and evidence for them.

begins with a sentence that gives a point of view on a topic.Gives reasons for a point of view to try and convince others of it. They are used to influence or persuade others. Persuasive texts are factual text types that give a point of view. flowcharts and diagrams, which support what is written in words explains how the items relate to each other and to the topic.

describes items related to the topic in their right order.

begins with a statement of what was made or done.

Tells how something was made or done in time order and with accuracy.

each instruction begins with a verb in the present tense.

gives a series of steps (instructions) in order.

begins with a statement of goal (could be the title).

Gives instructions on how to make or do something.

lists a sequence of related information about the topic.

begins with a general classification or definition.

presents information in a logical orderĬlassifies, describes and gives factual information about people, animals, things or phenomena.

systematically describes different aspects of the subjectĭescribes events or information in a clear and concise manner.

This list may provide hints to help with your child’s written task.Īlways refer to the actual task requirements sent home with your child and remember the type of text used by a writer should suit the purpose and the audience.

Students are often asked to present an assignment or project which may be one of these text types.īelow are lists of different text types, purposes and features that are included in the English K-6 syllabus. Literary texts entertain or elicit an emotional response by using language to create mental images. Factual texts inform, instruct or persuade by giving facts and information.

Another word for texts