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Finding the Main Idea - Comprehension Task (Thunderstorms)

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    Updated:  07 Jun 2023

Explore thunderstorms and consolidate knowledge of the main idea and supporting details of a text with this comprehension task.

  • Editable

    Editable:  Google Slides

  • Non-Editable

    Non-Editable:  PDF

  • Pages

    Pages:  6 Pages

  • Curriculum
  • Grades

    Grades:  4 - 5

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teaching resource

Finding the Main Idea - Comprehension Task (Thunderstorms)

  • Updated

    Updated:  07 Jun 2023

Explore thunderstorms and consolidate knowledge of the main idea and supporting details of a text with this comprehension task.

  • Editable

    Editable:  Google Slides

  • Non-Editable

    Non-Editable:  PDF

  • Pages

    Pages:  6 Pages

  • Curriculum
  • Grades

    Grades:  4 - 5

Explore thunderstorms and consolidate knowledge of the main idea and supporting details of a text with this comprehension task.

🌩️ A Cracker of a Resource – Find the Main Idea in a Text About Thunderstorms

Use this comprehension task to consolidate your students’ knowledge of finding a text’s main idea and supporting detail. Give them a real-life example using this informative text all about Thunderstorms.

The following is included in this download:

  • Text about thunderstorms
  • Three worksheets that guide students through finding the main idea in the text above
  • Answer sheet

Finding the Main Idea

Determining the main idea of a piece of text is a crucial comprehension skill your students need to master.

Understanding the main idea helps students understand a text’s meaning and purpose. It allows them to comprehend the key message or central theme that the author is conveying. By identifying the main idea, students can develop a deeper understanding of the content and engage with the text more effectively.

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Build skills in identifying main idea and details in nonfiction texts with an instructional slide deck for primary grades.

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