Using Illustrations and Diagrams
Students analyze how images, diagrams, and charts contribute to understanding in informational texts.
Key Questions
- Explain how a diagram helps us understand a process better than just words.
- Analyze the information conveyed by a photograph in a non-fiction book.
- Construct a caption for an image that adds new information.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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