Shark Learning
Grade 5/Author's Purpose

๐Ÿ”ฌ Science Explorations (1537)

Read science passages about discoveries, experiments, and the natural world. Identify how authors use data and explanation to inform and sometimes persuade readers.
7
Sheets
0
Views
0
Downloads
#NameQsActions
1
ID: 57511 Qs
2
ID: 57521 Qs
3
ID: 57531 Qs
All Worksheets
โญ Easy3
#NameQsActions
1
ID: 57511 Qs
2
ID: 57521 Qs
3
ID: 57531 Qs
๐Ÿ“Š Medium2
#NameQsActions
1
ID: 57541 Qs
2
ID: 57551 Qs
๐Ÿ”ฅ Hard2
#NameQsActions
1
ID: 57561 Qs
2
ID: 57571 Qs
Preview

Click to preview collection

Teacher Resources
Vocabulary
Persuade: To convince someone to do or believe something.
Inform: To give facts or information about a topic.
Entertain: To amuse or provide enjoyment to the reader.
Differentiation
Extension Activities
  • Find a science fact to share.
  • Discuss how authors explain science.
  • Write a short explanation.
Parent Tip

Discuss why a science article was written. Was it to teach facts or tell a story?

Learning Path
Skill Level

intermediate

Estimated Time

15 minutes

Skills Practiced
determine authors purposeanalyze informational textsdifferentiate persuade inform