Text Structure

for example, characteristics, for instance, such as, including, to illustrate

Provide explanations or reasons for phenomena

First, you put your foot on the break. Then, while your foot is on the break, you put the car into reverse.

Identify problems and pose solutions

Dominos was closed, so we ordered from Pizza Hut instead.

I was late to school this morning because my bus was stuck in traffic.

How authors build a piece of writing.

Fort Myers and Fort Lauderdale both have airports nearby, but they are on opposite coasts.

Present ideas or events in the order in which they happen

My dog is a Goldendoodle. He is 25 pounds and he is growing every day.

What text structure would you use this graphic organizer for?

The apple is green. It is crunchy and delicious.

similarly • although • also/likewise • in contrast/comparison • different • either/or • in the same