Descriptive Nonfiction

An important type of nonfiction writing is descriptive writing. By captivating the reader through the five senses, descriptive nonfiction allows the reader to visualize and experience the scene as described by the author. In addition, descriptive nonfiction can often help the reader better understand the details of a text through the use of figurative language, mood, and emotion.

Essential Question

• How can you incorporate descriptive nonfiction in your writing?