A report is a piece of non-fiction writing that gives information about a topic. Reports are factual and organized β they help readers learn about something in a clear, logical way.
π Types of Reports
Common Report Types
- π¦ Information report β describes a topic (e.g., animal, country)
- π¬ Scientific report β describes an experiment
- π Research report β presents findings from investigation
- π° News report β reports on current events
ποΈ Report Structure
1. Title
Clear title that tells the reader what the report is about
2. Introduction
General statement introducing the topic and what will be covered
3. Body Paragraphs
Organized sections with headings, each about a different aspect
4. Conclusion
Summary or final comments (optional in some reports)
β¨ Language Features
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Third person
"It is" not "I think"
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Present tense
"Kiwi are" not "were"
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Facts & evidence
Statistics, examples
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Technical vocabulary
Subject-specific words
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Formal tone
No slang or contractions
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Headings & subheadings
Organize information
π Example Opening
The Kiwi
Introduction: The kiwi is a flightless bird native to Aotearoa New Zealand. It is the national bird and an important symbol of New Zealand identity. This report will describe the kiwi's appearance, habitat, diet, and conservation status.
Appearance: Kiwi are small, round birds with brown, hair-like feathers. They have long beaks with nostrils at the tip, which they use to smell food underground...
βοΈ Activities
Choose a topic (animal, place, or object) and plan your report:
- Topic: ___________
- Heading 1: ___________ (What aspect?)
- Heading 2: ___________
- Heading 3: ___________
Write your introduction:
π©βπ« Teacher Notes
Curriculum Links
- English: Writing β information text
- Science: Scientific reports
- Social Studies: Research reports