Interactive Lesson Main Idea

Main Idea Mini Lesson

Determining

Main Idea +

Key Details

Multiple Choice

Based on the cover, what is the topic of this book?

• monkeys

• rocket ships

• space

• ball

Multiple Choice

Based on the cover, what is the topic of this book?

• oceans

• night

• sail boats

• the Titanic

Multiple Choice

Based on the cover, what is the topic of this book?

• America

• horses

• building

• Washington D.C.

How to find the main idea and supporting details - Reading Skills for Beginners Video

https://youtu.be/42SJTk2XSi4

Brain Pop Main Idea Video

https://youtu.be/zZopPW9nc9A

Open Ended

What are some differences between a main idea and a topic?

Open Ended

Why do you think authors include supporting details?