I use this lesson to inform students about the genre of non-fiction before beginning a non-fiction unit. This lesson plan includes a hands-on activity as well as a chart that outlines the different types, modes, and purposes of non-fiction; samples of non-fiction for students to analyze (although any word work); and a brief quiz to assess their understanding.

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I teach in a New York City Public High School. This year is my sixth year teaching English there. For two years I served as the AVID Coordinator. In addition to teaching, I have served as a Cooperating Teacher for student teachers and a mentor for a new teacher.
