W.5.2

W.5.2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.
 * Introduce a topic clearly, provide a general observation and focus, and group related information logically; include formatting (e.g., headings), illustrations, and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
 * Develop the topic with facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples related to the topic.
 * Link ideas within and across categories of information using words, phrases, and clauses (e.g., //in// //contrast//, //especially//).
 * Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.
 * Provide a concluding statement or section related to the information or explanation presented.