Summarizing a Text

Summarizing a Text

Grade 10 · ELA · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can create a concise summary of a text that captures its essential points.

Warm-Up Video

Khan Academy · 2:38

Summarizing stories | Reading | Khan Academy

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

“Reflect on what you learned today.”

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