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Hi! I am Studyfin, your science tutor. Today we will explore Earth's history through fossils and learn how to plan a great science draft!
Fossils are the remains of ancient life. They help us understand how Earth and its living things have changed over millions of years.
To share your scientific ideas, you must plan a first draft. First, select a genre, purpose, and audience that fit your topic.
A fossil report is an informational genre. Your purpose is to explain how a fossil formed, and your audience is your science class.
✏️ Worked example
Plan a first draft about how a dinosaur footprint fossil formed. Choose the correct genre, purpose, and audience.
- Identify your topic: a dinosaur footprint fossil.
- Choose your genre: an informational science report works best to explain facts.
- Define your purpose: to explain the step-by-step process of footprint fossilization.
- Select your audience: your classmates and teacher who want to learn about science.
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