Presents an overview of informational texts, including the form's purpose, elements, traits, and how it expresses ideas. Original examples illustrate how the writing genre works, and tips are provided to encourage young writers' creativity. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, and introductions to both the author and illustrator. As single paragraphs expand into essays, students are ready for more complex writing pieces. With a friendly tone, the Rev Up Your Writing series explains how different genres express ideas. Each book focuses on a specific genre, describing its purpose, how it's structured, and its unique traits. Original writings, illustrations, photos, and easy-to-follow writing tips add to the appeal of the series. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative sidebars, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.
