READING NON-FICTION

1. RESEARCH PROJECT

Use the reference books to find out ten interesting facts about a famous person who lived in the past. Use what you have found out to write a newspaper obituary as if they had died yesterday.

or 2. TIME TRAVEL

Use reference books to find out 10 interesting facts about a famous historical event. Use what you have found out to write an advertisement for a time travel company, encouraging people to go on a time trip to that event.

or 3. WHICH BOOK IS BEST

Study two non-fiction books on the same subject. Write a comparison saying which you think is most interesting and useful. You will need to compare:

• the range of information
• presentation and style
• clear layout
• use of pictures and diagrams
• helpful index.