Authors Purpose Write down some reasons why authors

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Author’s Purpose

Author’s Purpose

Write down some reasons why author’s might choose to write what they write.

Write down some reasons why author’s might choose to write what they write.

To find the author’s purpose you are trying to figure out why the author

To find the author’s purpose you are trying to figure out why the author wrote the text.

You might ask yourself: • Why did the author write this? • What was

You might ask yourself: • Why did the author write this? • What was the reason this piece was written?

Author’s write text for three reasons: • To inform • To entertain • To

Author’s write text for three reasons: • To inform • To entertain • To persuade

To Inform: • Authors can write to inform or to teach someone about something.

To Inform: • Authors can write to inform or to teach someone about something.

Calligraphy is a form of handwriting. A special pen must be used. Letters are

Calligraphy is a form of handwriting. A special pen must be used. Letters are formed using up and down strokes. Old documents are usually written in this form. Diplomas, certificates and other awards are written in calligraphy. It is an interesting form of handwriting. This text:

To Entertain: • Authors can write to entertain people.

To Entertain: • Authors can write to entertain people.

Katina and her brother, Jess were playing with the water hose outside one day.

Katina and her brother, Jess were playing with the water hose outside one day. Jess was hiding from Katina so she wouldn't squirt him with the water. The back door opened and Katina pointed the water hose toward the door. It was Mom and she was dripping wet! This text:

To Persuade: • Author’s can write to persuade or convince people to do or

To Persuade: • Author’s can write to persuade or convince people to do or not to do something.

HAMSTERS FOR SALE: Braxton Pet Store, Northwood Mall: We have a large selection of

HAMSTERS FOR SALE: Braxton Pet Store, Northwood Mall: We have a large selection of hamsters for sale this week. They are interesting pets and you will enjoy having one. They are only $ 17. 99 this week. Come and buy yours today! This text:

Write down whether each text is meant to inform, entertain, or persuade you.

Write down whether each text is meant to inform, entertain, or persuade you.

1. ) Rosie had the best time making her valentine cards for her classmates.

1. ) Rosie had the best time making her valentine cards for her classmates. She used red and white paper, heart stickers, markers and anything else she could find. It was great. Her friends are planning a valentine party on Feb. 14 th at school. The one she made for her best friend is funny. Funny valentines are nice to get.

2. ) The easy Chopper 3 will chop your vegetables for you in about

2. ) The easy Chopper 3 will chop your vegetables for you in about 30 seconds. It is easy to use and you can use any vegetable. The cost is $ 29. 95. Order yours today!

3. ) Abraham Lincoln's birthday is on Feb. 12 th. He was a great

3. ) Abraham Lincoln's birthday is on Feb. 12 th. He was a great President of the United States. He was our 16 th President. He is remembered for freeing the slaves.

Answers 1. ) Entertain 2. ) Persuade 3. ) Inform

Answers 1. ) Entertain 2. ) Persuade 3. ) Inform

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