Identifying the Main Idea

Beth enjoys swimming with friends at the beach and collecting shells for jewelry.

Lisa's birthday is soon. She plans a party with six friends, games, cake, and ice cream.

Jim's family bought a new car. Jim is excited and hopes for a long ride tomorrow.

The clock rang. John pulled the covers over his head. His eyes were shut. Mother called him to get up.

Ginny is moving to a new house near her old one, keeping her school and friends.

Mark has a dog and will take it to a dog show.

Frank has no pets and wants a quiet one. He considers fish and turtles, finding turtles more fun to watch. He buys a turtle.

It gets very hot in summer, making it hard to work or play. Best activity: swimming.

Scott has a red wagon with four wheels that he enjoys riding and sharing with friends.

10 hens in the barn lay eggs daily and have nests. They can be noisy.