Nonfiction Text Structures

The largest ball of twine ever created by one person is located in Darwin, Minnesota. It was made by Francis A. Johnson who began winding the twine ball that measured 40 feet (112m) around and weighed 8.7 tons!

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The author was describing the largest ball of twine!

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CCSS.RI.3.1

When I get to my classroom in the morning, the first thing I do is hang up my coat and my backpack. Then I turn in my homework and sharpen my pencil. After that, I am ready for work, so I sit down at my seat and start on the morning assignment on the board.

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The author is telling you what they do in order!

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CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.W.3.3C

Next time you are thirsty, try drinking a glass of water instead of a soda. Although both will quench your thirst, soda is full of sugar and chemicals. Water, on the other hand, is a much healthier choice. Water helps your digestive system to function properly and keeps your immune system strong so you won't get sick.

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The author is explaining how soda and water are similar and different.

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CCSS.RI.3.9

Most people know that Mercury is the closest planet to the sun, but did you know that Mercury also orbits the sun faster than any other planet? At a speed of 31 miles (50km) per second, Mercury completes an orbit every 88 days. That means that a year on Mercury is less than three Earth months long!

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The author is describing and giving information about the planet Mercury.

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CCSS.RI.3.3

Moths and butterflies often look similar. Both have large wings and long, thin bodies, and both start their lives as caterpillars. However, butterflies usually have brighter colors on their wings than moths. Also, butterflies are most active during the day, while moths are generally creatures of the night.

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The author is explaining how moths and butterflies are the same and different.

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CCSS.RI.3.9

Mrs. Jonas was worried about Marco because he often fell asleep in class. She decided to call Marco's parents to discuss the problem. During the phone call, Mrs. Jonas suggested that an earlier bedtime might help Marco to get more sleep at night so that he would not need to sleep during class.

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The problem is Marco is sleeping in class and the solution was that he should go to bed earlier.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

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The beloved children's writer, Shel Silverstein is well known for his three books of children's poems. The first book, Where the Sidewalk Ends, was first published in 1974. The second book, A Light in the Attic, come out seven years later in 1981. The final book, Falling Up, was published in 1996.

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The author is telling you the order that Silverstein's books were published.

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CCSS.RI.3.3

The Mona Lisa is a painting by Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci. It was painted between 1503 and 1506. Today, it is thought to be the most well known painting in the world. You can see the Mona Lisa at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. About six million people view the famous painting each year.

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The author is describing and giving information about the Mona Lisa painting.

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CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

To make a snowman, start by rolling a big ball for the body. Then roll a smaller ball and put it on top of the big ball to use as the head. Next, find two sticks to use as arms. Then you can use objects such as coal, a carrot, and raisins to make the face. Add a hat and your snowman is complete!

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The author is explaining how to make a snowman in order.

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CCSS.W.3.3C

Marsupials are a kind of mammal. Most female marsupials have a pouch to carry their babies. A newborn marsupial is very small and underdeveloped. It will spend the first part of its life in its mother's pouch. Kangaroos, wombats, and koalas are all marsupials.

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The author is describing what a marsupial is and giving you information about them.

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