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3.9D · Informational text

Grade 3 English Language Arts TEKS

Overview

Recognize characteristics and structures of informational text (central idea with supporting evidence; features such as sections, tables, graphs, timelines, bullets, numbers, bold/italic; organizational patterns such as cause/effect and problem/solution).

Code
3.9D
Grade
3
Subject
English Language Arts

TEKS 3.9D provides a clear foundation for continued study of Informational text in future grades.

With 3.9D, Grade 3 students practice Informational text in multiple representations and contexts.

FAQ

How can I introduce Informational text to students?

Start with concrete or familiar examples, connect to prior knowledge, model a clear process, and provide checks for understanding aligned to 3.9D.

What does standard 3.9D mean in English Language Arts?

Standard 3.9D describes the essential skills and understandings for Informational text in Grade 3. It clarifies the learning outcomes and what successful work looks like.

How do I assess understanding of Informational text?

Use short exit tickets and tasks where students explain decisions, show multiple representations, or justify answers—directly aligned to 3.9D.

What are common pitfalls when teaching Informational text?

Students may rely on procedures without reasoning or mix key terms. Build in quick oral explanations, error analysis, and vocabulary supports tied to 3.9D.