Text Feature Organizer (see attached example)

On this organizer, students can record the type of text feature they located in their book. They can also record the page number and how the particular text feature aids them in comprehending the text they are reading.

Sticky Notes

Students can use sticky notes when identifying text features in their nonfiction books. The student simply places a sticky note on each text feature they come across when reading. As you conference with the student, notice which text features they routinely identify and which they may be forgetting.

Conferring

• Before asking students to read from their good fit book, ask if they have identified any text features. If any have been identified, check to see if students have accurately identified them and can state how those features aid comprehension.
• Ask students to read a portion of their good fit book.
• After listening to the student read, ask if they have identified any additional text features and how those features aid comprehension.