Using Non-Fiction Features Effectively
Practicing the integration of various non-fiction features (e.g., indexes, bibliographies, sidebars) to enhance a text.
Key Questions
- Explain how an index helps a reader locate specific information quickly.
- Analyze the purpose of a bibliography in establishing credibility for a non-fiction text.
- Design a non-fiction page layout that effectively uses sidebars and images.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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