Writing to Entertain

Recognize writing that is meant to be fun to read.

To entertain means to give the reader fun or enjoyment. Writing that entertains might make you laugh, feel excited, or wonder what will happen next. Most stories, poems, and jokes are written to entertain.

Read: 'A pig named Pickles wanted to be a ballet dancer. She twirled so fast that she spun right into the mud! ' This was not written to teach facts about pigs. It was written to make you smile.

Clues for entertain: made-up characters, talking animals, funny events, or an exciting adventure.

• 1To entertain means to give fun or enjoyment.
• 2Stories, poems, and jokes often entertain.
• 3Clues: made-up characters, funny or exciting events.