Make teaching text structure easier and more engaging with this set of 16 task cards designed for 3rd and 4th grade readers! Each card includes a short reading passage followed by a multiple-choice question asking students to identify one of five common nonfiction text structures:

• Cause & Effect
  
• Problem & Solution
  
• Compare & Contrast
  
• Description
  
• Sequence (Chronological Order)
  

These task cards are perfect for literacy centers, small groups, test prep, or whole-class activities. The passages are short but meaningful, making them ideal for focused practice and quick assessments.

What’s Included:

• 16 Printable Task Cards (B&W)
  
• Student-friendly reading passages on each card
  
• Multiple-choice structure identification question on each

• Recording Sheet
  
• Answer Key
  
• Format for printing, cutting, and laminating
  

Skills Targeted:

• Identifying nonfiction text structures
  
• Reading comprehension
  
• Critical thinking
  
• Analyzing informational text
  

✅ Perfect For:

• Reading Centers
  
• Small Group Instruction
  
• Test Prep
  
• Early Finishers
  
• Morning Work
  
• Sub Plans