Support students as they explore the purpose of literary texts with this easy-to-use and engaging resource.
Teach the Purpose of Literary Texts with Posters and Worksheets
Designed to help young learners identify why authors write stories, this pack provides clear instruction on the role of literary elements such as plot, character, and theme in shaping meaning. Whether you’re introducing literary texts or reinforcing key concepts, this pack is a helpful addition to your comprehension toolkit.
The included literary text poster defines the purpose of literary elements in age-appropriate language and gives students a visual anchor for discussions. From identifying the main purpose behind a story to understanding how dialogue, conflict, and character motivation contribute to deeper meaning, this pack supports critical thinking and comprehension growth.
Literary Text Activities for Hands-On Learning
Students use the cut-and-paste worksheets to apply their understanding of different types of literary texts. Each worksheet asks students to think about the purpose of literary texts—whether it’s to entertain, tell a lesson, or develop a theme—and match that purpose to examples of text features and story components.
This pack will help students to:
- Understand the purpose of imaginative/literary texts.
- Develop comprehension of narrative structures with easy-to-follow activities
- Encourage oral discussion and written reflection about the purpose of storytelling
Download and Explore Literary Texts Today!
Perfect for whole-class instruction, literacy centers, or guided reading support, this Purpose of Literary Texts Pack gives students the tools they need to think deeply about what they read and why it was written.
Use the dropdown menu to choose between the easy to print PDF or the editable Google Slide version.
This resource was created by Samantha Rose, a teacher in Florida and Teach Starter collaborator.
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