Use parts of text (e.g., title, title page, table of contents, chapter title, glossary, and index) as aids in understanding informational text. 0401.6.9

Links verified on 10/28/2011

1. Captions Help Tell the Story - look at three pictures and try to determine which caption fits best
2. Chapter Headings Quiz - [designed for grade 3] online quiz
3. Exploring How Section Headings Support Understanding of Expository Texts - lesson plan
4. Looking for the Fine Print - students read advertisements to practice reading critically
5. Parts of a Book - online quiz
6. Reading Headlines - students read eight headlines and try to determine what the article is about
7. Title of a Book - [designed for grade 3] lesson online with exercises for practice
8. Using the Parts of a Book - a worksheet from Teach-nology
9. Using an Index for Information - a worksheet from Teach-nology
10. Using a Glossary - [10 multiple-choice questions] a lab activity to recognize and use the definitions in a glossary as they relate to a text
11. Using a Table of Contents - a worksheet from Teach-nology
12. Using Graph and Charts
    1. Interpreting a Data Chart - answer questions about what can be found in a grid chart
    2. Interpreting Column Graphs - answer ten questions about a column graph
    3. Interpreting Circle (Pie) Graphs - answer eight questions about a circle graph
13. What are They Selling - students critically evaluate six advertisements

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