Common Core: 2nd Grade English Language Arts

This subject covers essential reading, writing, and language skills for 2nd grade students aligned with Common Core standards.

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Using Text Features

What Are Text Features?

Text features are parts of a book or article that help you find information. These include headings, bold words, pictures, tables, and captions.

How They Help

  • Headings tell you what a section is about.
  • Pictures and captions give more details.
  • Bold words are important words to know.

Putting It All Together

Using text features makes reading easier and helps you learn faster.

Examples

  • Looking at a diagram in a science book to learn about plant parts.

  • Using the table of contents to find a chapter in a book.

In a Nutshell

Text features help you find and understand information quickly.