Main idea and details

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.  Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?

• There are many fun things to do at the beach.
• It is also fun to look for shells.
• Some people simply like to sunbathe.
• 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?

• They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score.
• Soccer players learn how to dribble.
• They learn how to work together as teammates.
• Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers.  They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go.  Mrs. Jones works nights.  She bakes cakes, cookies, and pies.  Mrs. Brown works in the daytime.  She bakes bread and rolls.  Both Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are very good bakers.
What is the main idea?

• Mrs. Jones bakes pies.
• Mrs. Brown bakes rolls.
• Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers
• They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go.

Shanna had never seen so many fish before. She looked around at the huge tanks and could see hundreds of fish, crabs, shrimp, and all other amazing creatures completely surrounding her. She never thought she could feel like she was completely underwater, yet still be completely dry.
Where is Shanna?

• The Mall
• The Ocean
• The Aquariam
• The Park

What is the main idea of the picture?

• Kids smiling because their Christmas tree is beautiful

• Kids hanging up decorations around their house

• A family decorating their Christmas tree

• A mom helping her kids sell Christmas cookies

What is the main idea of the picture?

• Students raising their hands to answer a question

• Students reading books in class

• A teacher is teaching her class

• Students listening to their favorite song

What was the main idea of the book?

• Mexico
• Struthers, Ohio
• Australia 
• Miss Norris

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

How do captions help us understand pictures/photos?

• describe and explain the illustrations
• they tell the title
• tell the meaning

What is the purpose of a diagram?

• to show a picture
• to show the parts of something on an illustration
• to list facts

What is a heading?

• the meaning of an important word 
• a kind of summary
• a feature that tells the reader what the section is about