Author's Purpose

Author's Purpose

Persuade

Entertain

Express

Inform

Express

• To help the reader visualize (vivid description)
• to help the reader relate to the experience or emotion

Example: In the story Prairie Day, the author's use of imagery help visualized the view from the character's house.

Persuade

• To encourage the readers to
• To convince the readers to
• To suggest

example: This story is encouraging readers to recycle because it prevents pollution and reduces greenhouse gases by reducing the need to mine and process new raw materials.

Inform

• to share information, facts, or detais about
• to compare or contrast
• to describe
• to explain how or why
• to demonstrate
• to illustrate
• to provide examples of
• to warn readers about
• to stablish a connection

example: Through this text, the author shares information about marine animals.

Entertain

• to share a story about
• to keep the attention of the reading in an interesting and amusing way
• Plays, poems, stories, jokes, or comic strips are writen for the readers' entertainment

Exampe: In the Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the author keeps the reader entertain by sharing Greg Heffley’s adventures.

Writers have different intentions when they write. They carefully select their words and structure their writing to effectively meet their objectives. For instance, an author aiming to persuade will present arguments supported by reasons and evidence. Another seeking to inform will provide clear explanations and factual details to give information on a subject. An author aiming to entertain might use engaging plots, humor, and intriguing details to captivate readers and enhance their enjoyment of a story. Lastly, an author looking to express themselves will use words that show emotions and personal feelings.