An introduction to why we read stories, including author's purpose.

1. Why do we read?Why do we read? What important things can be learned from reading?There are many different kinds of stories and many different reasons for reading.All authors write with a purpose and likewise we should always read with a purpose.

2. Author’s PurposeAn author usually writes for one of three reasons:To entertainTo persuadeTo inform

3. Our PurposeOur purpose for reading can be similar to an author’s purpose for writing. As a reader we want…To be entertainedTo be persuadedTo be informed

4. Think about it…Think about a book, story or magazine article you have read. What was the author’s purpose for writing the text? What was your purpose for reading? After reading the text, had you been entertained, persuaded, or informed?Complete the following activity. Create a post naming a book you have read and state your purpose for reading. Explain why you think it is important for you to read.