W.5.3.1

Write informative and explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clear.  The text should: a) Introduce the topic clearly, group related information in paragraphs and sections, and include formatting, illustrations and multimedia when useful to aid comprehension;  b) Develop the topic with facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples; c) Link ideas within categories of information using words and phrases (e.g., another, for example, also, because) and use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic; and d) Provide a concluding statement or section related to the information / explanation presented.