๐ Topic Summary
The main idea is what a story or paragraph is mostly about. Think of it like the heart of the story! When you read, ask yourself, "What does the author want me to know about this topic?" Sometimes the author tells you directly, but other times you need to look for clues!
Finding the main idea helps you understand and remember what you read. Let's practice finding the main idea together!
๐ง Part A: Vocabulary
Match the words to their meanings:
| Word |
Definition |
| Main Idea |
a. Details that support the main idea |
| Topic |
b. What the story is mostly about |
| Details |
c. The subject of the story |
| Paragraph |
d. A group of sentences about one idea |
| Author |
e. The person who wrote the story |
Write the correct letter next to each word.
โ๏ธ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Read the paragraph and fill in the missing words.
My cat, Whiskers, is very _____. She loves to _____. Her favorite toy is a ball of _____. When she's not playing, she likes to _____ in a sunny spot. I love my cat!
Possible words: yarn, sleep, playful, play
๐ค Part C: Critical Thinking
Read the short story and answer the question.
Lily loves to draw. She draws pictures of her family, her friends, and her pets. She uses crayons, markers, and paint. Her favorite thing to draw is flowers. She wants to be an artist when she grows up.
What is the main idea of this story?