Different Types of Texts
Recognise common types of texts (storybooks, poems, non-fiction); name the author and illustrator and define the role of each in telling or presenting a text
Suggested ages 5–7
Learning journey
Your child is building reading skills — understanding stories by identifying characters and events, asking questions about what they read, and connecting books to their own experiences.
Evidence of understanding
- Distinguish between a story, a poem, and a non-fiction book
- Point to and name the author and illustrator on the cover
- Explain that the author writes the words and the illustrator makes the pictures
Assessment prompt
When you hand Different Types of Texts a book, can they tell you whether it's a story or a fact book — and point out the author's name on the cover?
Standards alignment
RI.K.6
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RL.1.5
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects · 1
RL.K.5
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RL.K.6
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects · K