Main Idea

Weather reporters have to give out a lot of information. That's why they use pictures. The pictures help them tell us about the weather without using so many words. People need to be able to tell when it is cold, warm, rainy or sunny. The pictures help weather reporters get the information out in a fast way.

• Weather reporters need to know where the cold air is.

• Weather reporters are interesting people with interesting jobs.

• Weather reporters use pictures to help tell the weather.

I can't wait until this weekend! We’re going to my grandparents’ house and my entire family will be there. I will spend most of my time playing games with my cousins. We always have such a good time together! The day goes by so fast, and we still don’t want to leave!

What is the main idea?

• The author's grandparent's live far away.

• The author enjoys spending time with her family.

• The author is sad to leave her cousins

If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It works like magic to make you feel better!

• Sometimes people feel sad.

• You should do good things for others.

• There are many ways to make yourself feel better.

• We're not always happy.

A statement that tells what the passage is about is called the

• Main Idea.

• Theme.

• Text evidence.

• Details.

Which sentence is a supporting detail that recycling is important?

• Clean jars before recycling them.

• Recycling paper saves trees from being cut down.

• There are many landfills available for garbage.

Which sentence is a supporting detail that you should get enough sleep?

• Many people sleep later on the weekends.

• Dark rooms are best for sleeping.

• Seven to nine hours keeps you refreshed the next day.

True or false. A main idea should be copied from the text

• True

• False

True or false, a piece of text evidence can be copied from the text.

• True

• False

There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells.

What is the main idea

• There are many fun things to do at the beach.

• It is also fun to look for shells.

• Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer. Soccer players learn how to dribble and pass the ball. They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score. Most importantly, soccer players learn how to work together with their teammates.

What is the main idea?

• Soccer players learn how to dribble.

• Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

• They learn how to work together as teammates.