Unit+3+-+Main+Idea

Every paragraph has a subject and main idea. Your job as the reader is to find the subject and understand what the author has to say about it.

View this slide show to learn more about finding the main idea of a paragraph or passage. You may want to take notes, as this will appear on the lesson quiz and unit test.

Here are some helpful graphic organizers:  

Use this link to access [|Compass Learning Odyssey]where you will further explore finding the main idea. You will also have an opportunity to practice this skill.

Login in to Compass and complete the assignment "U2L3 Main Idea".

Remember, your Compass login is your first initial last name, and your password is your 6-digit ID number.

For additional practice with main idea: [|Log in to The Island] and complete the assignment "U2L3 Main Idea Assignment".