Writing to Inform
What this resource helps with
• Understanding the purpose of Writing to Inform
• Presenting information clearly and accurately
• Organising facts and ideas logically
• Developing research and information-handling skills
• Strengthening analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Preparing for KS3 and GCSE English Language tasks
What's included
• Clear explanation of Writing to Inform
• Practical usage tips and model examples
• Targeted practice exercises
• A quiz with full answers
• Writing to Inform A4 Poster (cheat sheet)
• Suitable for independent study, tuition or classroom use
• Designed for learners aged 11+
Perfect for
• KS3 English lessons introducing informative writing
• GCSE English Language revision
• Tutors teaching non-fiction writing skills
• Students developing research and communication skills
• Anyone wanting to improve informative and factual writing
Help students learn how to communicate facts, ideas and information clearly with this accessible Writing to Inform Guide.
Writing to inform is an essential non-fiction skill that enables learners to present information accurately, logically and effectively. Whether sharing facts, explaining a topic or increasing a reader's understanding, informative writing helps students communicate with clarity and purpose.
Learners explore how to organise information in a structured way, select relevant details and present ideas that are easy for readers to follow. Through clear explanations, model examples and practical guidance, students gain confidence in producing informative writing that is both engaging and accurate.
Writing to inform also develops valuable research, analytical and critical thinking skills. Students learn how to gather information, evaluate its relevance and communicate their findings effectively, abilities that support learning across the curriculum and beyond the classroom.
This study guide includes explanations, exercises, a quiz, and full answers, plus the Writing to Inform A4 Poster, a visual cheat sheet that summarises the key features of informative writing.
Suitable for learners aged 11 and up, it supports KS3 students encountering informative writing for the first time and KS4 students revising for their GCSE English Language exam.