Introduction
Informational text is text whose primary purpose is to convey information. Informational text can be printed or written words, images, oral language, videos, websites, etc. Purpose is key when determining whether or not a text is informational text. Understanding how to find, use, and create informational text is essential to STEM and social studies learning, success in the workplace and citizenship. Informational text can be found in many places. The internet provides a rich environment for informational texts. Informational texts are also found in bookstores, libraries, homes, museums, grocery stores and even bus stations and subway stops! Through MOLLY OF DENALI, families will learn that they can use informational text to: Solve real-world problems Satisfy their curiosity Take advantage of opportunities Teach others Accomplish tasks
What is NOT Informational Text? It is important to note that literary texts (e.g., fantasy, drama, poetry), while a valuable part of children’s literacy development, are not informational text and are not the focus of MOLLY OF DENALI. Because children in the Ready to Learn target audience are less likely than their higher-income peers to receive exposure to informative/explanatory texts, we prioritize this type of text in MOLLY OF DENALI. 6
