Author’s

Purpose
What is
Author’s
Purpose?
It is the reason
why an author
writes a story
We all have reasons
why we do the things
we do.
 Authors write to inform,
persuade, entertain, or
describe situations to
their readers.
Writing to Inform-
 When author’s write to inform, they
write about a topic in which they
want the reader to learn
information.

 Examples: Volcanoes, Spiders,

Let’s Go Rocking and Rolling
Writing to Inform-

 There are many creatures that live in the

sea. Some fish live in shallow water and
some live in the deepest part of the sea.
These fish come in a variety of shapes,
sizes, and colors. Today, many new
creatures are still being discovered.

 What is the author informing you about?

Writing to Persuade-
 When author’s write to
persuade, they want to make
you agree with them about a
certain topic.

 Example: Magazines, Letters,

Newspapers, commercials, etc.
Writing to Persuade-
 Brushy brooms are the best you can
buy! Everyone must have one in their
homes. Whether you are sweeping
indoors or outdoors, you will do a
better job with a Brushy broom!

 What is the author trying to

persuade you to do?
Writing to Describe-
 When author’s write to describe,
they talk about the way an object
looks, tastes, smells, feels, or what it
does.
Writing to Describe-

 Chocolate cake is usually eaten for

dessert. It is dark brown with chocolate
icing. On the inside it is very moist and
flaky. It is also tasty and sweet.

 What is the author describing in the

story?
Writing to Entertain-

 When author’s write to entertain,

they write stories to make you
laugh, cry, or to enjoy.

 Examples: Spiderman, Cheetah Girls,

Movies
Writing to Entertain-

 Sally bought some apples

from a farmer down the road.
She took some home for dinner
for her and her pet toad.

 How is the author trying to entertain

you?
Question!!!
 What is the Author’s Purpose for
writing the following story?

 Every child should be able to watch 10

hours of TV each day. One can learn a
lot from the educational programs that
are on. One can also enjoy a lot of
great movies too. Ask your parents
today.
And the Answer is?

 The author is writing to

persuade you to ask your
parents if you can watch 10
hours of TV each day.
Bring the following
materials tom.
 Cartolina
 Pencil
 Coloring materials