ENG2.ELAR.10.B | Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)

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I can identify the characteristics of informational texts, explanatory essays, reports, and personal essays. #dok1
I can recall the conventions and craft elements commonly used in informational writing. #dok1
I can compare different types of informational texts to determine their characteristics. #dok2
I can apply genre characteristics and craft techniques to plan and organize my informational writing. #dok2
I can compose an explanatory essay using appropriate genre characteristics and craft. #dok3
I can write a report that demonstrates effective use of genre characteristics and craft. #dok3
I can compose a personal essay that effectively employs conventions, structure, and craft specific to the genre. #dok3

Authors use specific characteristics and craft to effectively communicate information in various types of informational texts.
Understanding and applying genre characteristics and writing craft enables writers to produce clear, purposeful, and engaging informational texts.

What are the defining characteristics of informational texts, explanatory essays, reports, and personal essays?
How do writers use craft and genre conventions to communicate their ideas effectively in informational writing?
What strategies can you use to organize and strengthen your informational writing?
How does understanding the audience and purpose influence the choices a writer makes in composing informational texts?
In what ways can writers use their unique voice and style within the conventions of informational writing?