Literacy+Tools+for+Main+Idea

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After reading a book, each student could create a sutcase. I would either do it like this or create a suitcase using construction paper. Students would then put in what they think were the main ideas. If I used this method, I would have them cut out strips of paper to write the main ideas on and put them in the folder.

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For this, I think I would introduce Sammy and what he does. I would then read the students a story. Next, I would have created a Sammy cutout and will give each student one. In Sammy's lasso, the students will write the main idea.

3.) I would have students create a main idea mobile. The top part would be the main idea. Attatched to string below the top part I would have little boxes that students would use to write in a few details.

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This is a cute idea for a Main Idea Lunch. Using a paper bag with items in it students have to guess the main idea. Then students complete the worksheet below.