Text Features Toolbox
Interactive Notebook, p. 46
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This will go at the top of the page as something else needs to go under it.
1. The first template looks pretty blank but it's important to get it right. Start by cutting out all the pieces on both pages (the rectangle with the dotted line and the toolbox flap on the following page).
2. Color them as shown below in the first photo. You'll color the bottom portion of the rectangle red as shown.
3. Next, turn the rectangle over on its face and fold up the red portion from the bottom. Glue the sides down only to create a pocket.
4. Fold the handle and the top tab of the toolbox cover down and place dots of glue on this portion only (see photo).
5. Glue the toolbox cover right above the existing portion in the notebook so that it opens to reveal a pocket. See example photo notebook (at the top of the page) for finished product.
6. Now that the toolbox is constructed, cut out all 8 of the nonfiction text feature examples. Write the definitions on the back of each card using the notes provided. Place the nonfiction text features inside the toolbox.
Definitions for Writing on the Backs of Text Feature Cards
font styles - words or phrases are written in different styles to draw attention to and emphasize the importance of; includes bold, italics, and highlighting.
diagrams (labels) - an illustration or photo that includes labels that name the parts that make up the object
charts and graphs - visual representations of data to help the reader draw conclusions and see patterns and trends easily
headings and subheadings - titles that distinguish different sections to organize topics and ideas
captions - short descriptions under photos or illustrations that name and/or explain
table of contents - a list of the contents of a book and the page numbers where they can be found (in order of occurrence in the book), found in the front of the book
glossary - an alphabetical listing of important terms and definitions found in the back of a book
index - a listing of important topics with page numbers where they can be found, included in the back of a book (in alphabetical order)
Templates
First Template Toolbox flap 1st set of cards 2nd set of cards
