Sorting Text Features Cut and Paste Worksheet

Support students in identifying and understanding important elements of nonfiction texts with this engaging Text Features Cut and Paste activity. Perfect for literacy centers or small group instruction, this interactive text features matching worksheet allows learners to visually connect each nonfiction text feature with its correct definition and example. Here’s what to expect when you download this resource:

• Cut-and-paste worksheet with key nonfiction text features.
• Features include: headings, captions, and more.
• Perfect for use in literacy rotations, homework, or as a review.
• Designed for Year 1 students working with nonfiction texts.

Hands-On Learning for Text Features

Designed for early learners, this resource gives students a chance to explore and recognize common text features in a fun, hands-on format. Students will cut out the names, definitions, and examples of text features and match them correctly to build a complete reference guide.

Using this text features cut and paste activity helps:

• Develop visual literacy and comprehension.
• Teach students how to navigate nonfiction books.
• Reinforce the purpose of different nonfiction text features.
• Prepare students for independent research and reading

Download and Explore Text Features Today!

This text features matching worksheet is a great addition to any reading strategy lesson, providing a scaffolded way for students to practice identifying and understanding how different parts of a nonfiction text support the reader.

Use the dropdown menu to choose between the easy to print PDF or the editable Google Slides version of this resource.

This resource was created by Lisamarie Del Valle, a teacher in Florida and a Teach Starter Collaborator.

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