Identifying Main Idea
aligned to R. Kid. 2 Determine A Central Idea Of A Text And How It Is Conveyed Through Details; Provide An Objective Summary
Learning Objective
I can determine what a text is mostly about and explain how the author uses details to develop that main idea.
Lesson Flow
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Practice
6 questions • Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Read the following paragraph: "Soccer is a fun sport to play. It requires teamwork and communication. Players run a lot during the game, which is good exercise. Scoring a goal is an exciting moment." What is the main idea of this paragraph? Give one detail from the paragraph that supports this main idea. Read the following paragraph: "Reading books can be very beneficial. Books can teach you new things about the world. They can also help you improve your vocabulary. Furthermore, reading can be a relaxing way to spend your time." What is the main idea of this paragraph? Give one detail from the paragraph that supports this main idea. Read the following paragraph: "Dogs make great pets. They are loyal and always happy to see you. Dogs also need to be walked and played with regularly. Taking care of a dog can teach responsibility." What is the main idea of this paragraph? Give one detail from the paragraph that supports this main idea.”
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