Summarizing vs. Analyzing LT: I can tell the difference between a summary and an analysis. LT: I can write a summary of a nonfiction text.

What is a summary? 5 Criteria of a Summary A SUMMARY is a retelling or review of the main points in a text. Summarizing is easier than analysis, because it requires less thought. When writing a summary, assume the reader of your summary has read the text, they just need a reminder of the key points made. 5 Criteria of a Summary Condenses (shortens) the original text ¼ the length of the original text Includes only important information Includes only what is in the passage Written in writer’s own words Well-written (follows stand writing requirements/punctuation)

What NOT to do in summary 4 Summary Don’ts Don’t use any questions NO first person (“I”) Avoid Dialogue Begin paragraph with information from the text NO: “This passage is about…” “What I read was” YES: “This article states that dogs can read human body language. It explains that the history behind….”

What is an analysis? Questions to ask during Analysis An ANALYSIS is an examination, evaluation, and dissection of the text. Analysis is more challenging than a summary because it requires you to read between the lines and connections to previous knowledge. Questions to ask during Analysis What is the author’s purpose in writing this article? What is the main idea the author wants the reader to understand? What lines in the text (textual evidence) supports the main idea of the text? How does the evidence I’ve collected support the main idea?

Today’s Task LT: I can write a summary that meets the criteria of a summary. 1st- Read the passage, identify main idea. 2nd- Write a summary using the five criteria