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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