Central Idea

​Let's work on some examples...

​The Honey Badger

​ It's considered to by the most fearless animal in the world. The honey badger never backs down from a battle. Not only will this brave beast take on animals twice its size, but it will "skunk" you in the blink of an eye, ignore bee stings, and even bounce back from a cobra bite.

​The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

​ The brown marmorated stink bug deserves its name. When squashed or bothered, this bug gives off a strong odor. It smells like a skunk! Stink bugs first appeared in the United States about 15 years ago. Now the insect has spread to at least 40 states. Experts say that stinkbug's poplation is still growing.

Open Ended

Kites

Most childern around the world are familiar with kites. Kites are high flying objects that people have used throughout history. Kites can be simple or complex. Most kites are made out of cloth or paper, a frame and string.

What is the central idea?

Open Ended

Capital Gate

         In today's fast pace world, people are constantly competing to build the biggest and best. Building designers in Abu Dhabi think they have created a building unlike any other. The building is known as Capital Gate. At only 35 stories tall, Capital Gate is not the tallest building in the world. Capital Gast is famous for something else. It known as the leaning skyscraper.                                                                                   

What is the central idea?

Open Ended

Central Park

                   Imagine New York City. You probably think of skyscrapers, billboards, and crammed streets. Maybe you've heard that New York is "the city that never sleeps." But nestled or hidden in the middle of the concreate and noise is a green haven. This haven is Central Park.                                                                                          

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