1. Purposes of Nonfiction

2. Writer’s Purpose Explain – as in how to make something Entertain – want the reader to enjoy the story Share thoughts and experiences Persuade – to convince the reader to agree with you Inform – to give facts and information

3. What is the purpose? I remember the day my little sister was born. Everyone thought she was so beautiful, but I just felt as if everyone had forgotten I existed. It was the beginning of a long rivalry.

4. What is the purpose? Puffins can be found in the British Islands and some northern coasts of the American continent. They only take on their clownish colors during specific seasons. Scientists still do not know where they go during their months out at sea.

5. What is the purpose? I was so scared of that dog at the corner house. The worst part about the whole thing was that there was no other route to school except past its cage. Sometimes the cage was open. Every day felt like a gamble for my life.

6. What is the purpose? There are several different ways you can fold the origami in order to make the shape you desire. The first step involves a simple fold right down the middle of the sheet. Next, you make a straight cut down the fold line. Be sure only to cut to the middle of the sheet.

7. What is the purpose? There is no reason why school should exist. It is simply there to torment the poor students. Statistics show that children would be much happier if they lived in a constant state of summer vacation. It is time to write to our local congressmen about this serious issue.