Focus on Genre: Science Article

A science article is nonfiction writing that tells about ideas and information in the natural world. It gives facts about animals, environments, discoveries, or other science topics.

Science articles are usually organized with headings and labels that explain the ideas.

Sea Dragon

Sea Dragon

leaf-like skin

mouth

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Your Job as a Reader: Reading Strategy: Monitor Your Reading

As you read, make sure you understand the text. If there is something in the text that is confusing, reread or read on to figure it out.

Photograph of a sea dragon