ABSTRACT
Instruction texts usually begin with the statement of a general aim and then list materials or ingredients to be used. Clear global organization and well-organized pages will help make the instructions clear and easy to follow. The best texts avoid over-elaboration and keep tightly to the point. But there is room for humour, particularly in instruction texts for younger learners. Non-book print is a rich hunting ground for information text, including instruction. Books like The Dangerous Book for Boys by Conn and Hal Iggulden has caused some excitement amongst children, teachers, parents and reviewers. Book-making projects bring together design and technology with literacy. The design of a book made by children of any age – its size, shape, organization and the devices used to captivate the reader – all contribute to its power to communicate, entertain and inform. Books on caring for pets and animals are often aimed at younger primary children.
