Layout and Formatting in Informational Writing
Use layout devices including headings, sub-headings, columns, bullets, and tables to structure text and guide the reader through informational and explanatory writing
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- Organise an informational text using headings and sub-headings to separate sections
- Present comparative information using a table with clear row and column headers
- Use columns and bullet points to display information in a scannable format
“When your child writes a non-fiction piece — like a guide or an explanation — do they use layout features like headings, bullet points, and columns to help the reader navigate the information easily?”
Curriculum record
- Type
- Procedural
- Subject
- English
- Domain
- Writing Composition
- Age range
- Ages 10–11
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