Understanding Author's Purpose: Persuade, Inform, Entertain with Candy Corn

This six-page printable activity pack introduces the P.I.E.

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This six-page printable activity pack introduces the P.I.E. framework for identifying whether an author writes to persuade, inform, or entertain. Students read candy-corn-themed passages, highlight supporting words and phrases, and answer comprehension questions explaining each author's purpose.

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Students will identify whether an author writes to persuade, inform, or entertain.
Students will explain how text features and word choices reveal an author's purpose.
Students will locate evidence that supports an author's purpose.
Students will answer questions about informational and persuasive passages.

Understanding Author's Purpose: Persuade, Inform, Entertain with Candy Corn

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Clear goals. Useful learning.

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