Understanding Text Features in Books

Mrs. Bethel introduces students to text features, explaining their role in enhancing understanding of books. She covers various features like title, table of contents, headings, bold print, pictures, captions, labels, glossary, and index. Each feature is described in terms of its function and importance. The lesson concludes with a song to reinforce learning.

What is the primary purpose of text features in a book?

• To increase the number of pages

• To make the book look attractive

• To confuse the reader

• To help the reader understand the content

Where is the title of a book usually found?

• In the glossary

• On the cover

• In the middle of the book

• On the last page

Which text feature helps you predict what a book is about?

• Title

• Glossary

• Bold print

• Index

What does the table of contents provide?

• A summary of each chapter

• A list of references

• A list of authors

• A list of chapters and their page numbers

What is the function of headings in a book?

• To provide a summary of the book

• To highlight important words

• To organize information into sections

• To list the authors

What is the main function of a heading?

• To add color to the text

• To organize content into sections

• To provide a visual break

• To list important terms

How does bold print help a reader?

• By making the text colorful

• By highlighting the most important words

• By providing definitions

• By organizing the text into sections

What does bold print indicate in a text?

• The beginning of a new chapter

• The most important words

• The end of a section

• The title of the book

What is the role of pictures in a book?

• To organize chapters

• To list important terms

• To provide visual context

• To add color to the pages

What is a caption?

• A list of references

• A title of a book

• A summary of a chapter

• A description under a picture