Finding the Main Idea

Grade 545 min

Learning Objective

I can pick out the main idea from a paragraph.

Lesson Flow

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4 min

Main Idea | Summarising | Reading Strategies

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Practice

14 min

7 questions β€’ Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

β€œRead the paragraph: "Soccer is a very popular sport played all over the world. It is played with two teams of eleven players each. The players use their feet, head, and chest to control the ball. The goal is to score by getting the ball into the other team's net." What is the main idea of this paragraph? Read the paragraph: "Dogs need a lot of care and attention. They need to be fed every day and taken for walks. It is also important to give them plenty of love and playtime. If you take good care of a dog, it will be a loyal and loving companion." What is the main idea of this paragraph? Read the paragraph: "Reading books is a great way to learn new things. You can discover different cultures, historical events, and scientific concepts. Books can also help you expand your vocabulary and improve your writing skills. Plus, reading is a fun and relaxing activity." What is the main idea of this paragraph?”

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