NUT GRAPH

The nut graph is a paragraph used in journalism as a way of explaining the news value of a story. The nut graph is an important tool used in journalism, it allows the reader to know what the writer will be talking about. "Its called a nut because like the nut it contains the kernel or essential theme", explains news reporter Chip Scanlan. The Nut graph also tells why the readers should care about the story and provides a transition from the lead showing its connection to the rest of the story. Writer and editor of the Wall Street Journal Ken Wells said that the nut graph is " a paragraph that says what this whole story is about and why you should read it. Its a flag to the reader: You can decide to proceed or not, but if you read no farther, you know what that stores about." The nut graph is an essential tool used in photojournalism that allows reader to better understand the story, if used correctly the nut graph can make your article a real and well written news story.