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Grade 2 Reading Informational Text - Main Idea Animals Curriculum Resources

Introduce young readers to the skill of identifying main ideas in informational text about animals with our interactive and printable Reading Informational Text - Main Idea Animals curriculum resources. These resources guide children through recognizing and understanding the central concepts of informational texts related to animals in an engaging and accessible format, improving overall reading comprehension.

interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.2,RI.2.10 - Reading for Main Details—Orcas - thumbnail
Reading for Main Details—Orcas
Practie summarizing paragraphs with this fun science informational text on orcas! Students will give...
RI.2.2RI.2.10
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.6,RI.2.10 - Reading for Main Details—Beavers Teeth - thumbnail
Reading for Main Details—Beavers Teeth
This informational text on beavers is a great way to practice main idea. Students will read the pass...
RI.2.6RI.2.10
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.6,RI.2.8 - Reading for Main Details—Birds - thumbnail
Reading for Main Details—Birds
This informational text on birds is a great way to practice main idea. Students will read the passag...
RI.2.6RI.2.8
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.6,RI.2.1,RI.2.2 - Author's Purpose in Text - thumbnailinteractive
Author's Purpose in Text
RI.2.6RI.2.1RI.2.2
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.8,RI.2.1,RI.2.2 - Supporting Points in Informational Text - thumbnailinteractive
Supporting Points in Informational Text
RI.2.8RI.2.1RI.2.2
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.2,RI.2.1,RI.2.6 - Main Topic and Paragraph Focus in Informational Text - thumbnailinteractive
Main Topic and Paragraph Focus in Informational Text
RI.2.2RI.2.1RI.2.6

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interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.6,RI.2.10 - Reading for Main Details—Beavers Teeth - thumbnail
Reading for Main Details—Beavers Teeth
This informational text on beavers is a great way to practice main idea. Students will read the pass...
RI.2.6RI.2.10
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.6,RI.2.8 - Reading for Main Details—Birds - thumbnail
Reading for Main Details—Birds
This informational text on birds is a great way to practice main idea. Students will read the passag...
RI.2.6RI.2.8
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.2,RI.2.10 - Reading for Main Details—Orcas - thumbnail
Reading for Main Details—Orcas
Practie summarizing paragraphs with this fun science informational text on orcas! Students will give...
RI.2.2RI.2.10
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RF.2.4.A,RI.2.1,RI.2.2,RI.2.6,RI.2.10,RI.2.3,RI.3.2,RI.3.1,RI.3.10 - Informational Text —Elephants Facts - thumbnail
Informational Text —Elephants Facts
This informational text on elephants with comprehension questions to follow is perfect for teaching ...
RF.2.4.ARI.2.1RI.2.2RI.2.6
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RF.3.4,RF.3.4.A,RF.3.4.C,RI.3.2,RI.3.1 - Informational Text —Learn About Dinosaurs - thumbnail
Informational Text —Learn About Dinosaurs
This informational text on dinosaurs with comprehension questions to follow is perfect for teaching ...
RF.3.4RF.3.4.ARF.3.4.CRI.3.2
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.3.2,RF.3.4,RI.3.1,RI.2.6,RF.2.4.A,RF.2.4.A - Spider—Main Idea - thumbnail
Spider—Main Idea
This informational text on spiders is a great introduction to teaching main idea. Students will be a...
RI.3.2RF.3.4RI.3.1RI.2.6
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.1.2,RI.1.10,RF.1.4.A,RF.1.4.B,RF.1.4 - Penguins— Main Purpose - thumbnail
Penguins— Main Purpose
This informational text on penguins with comprehension questions is a great way to practice reading ...
RI.1.2RI.1.10RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.B
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.2,RI.2.1,RI.2.6 - Main Topic and Paragraph Focus in Informational Text - thumbnailinteractive
Main Topic and Paragraph Focus in Informational Text
RI.2.2RI.2.1RI.2.6
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS - What is Weather and Climate? - thumbnail
What is Weather and Climate?
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.4.2,RI.4.3,RI.4.4,RI.5.1,RI.5.3,RI.5.4 - What is a Simple Machine - thumbnail
What is a Simple Machine
Discover the power of simple machines! This informational text explores how basic tools like levers,...
RI.4.2RI.4.3RI.4.4RI.5.1
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.4.2,RI.4.3,RI.4.4,RI.5.1,RI.5.3,RI.5.4 - The States of Matter: Solid - thumbnail
The States of Matter: Solid
Discover the differences between solids, liquids and gases by exploring how their particles are arra...
RI.4.2RI.4.3RI.4.4RI.5.1
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS - Cesar Chavez: A Voice for Farm Workers - thumbnail
Cesar Chavez: A Voice for Farm Workers
This reading passage introduces elementary students to Cesar Chavez and his work advocating for farm...
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS - Turtle Conservation - thumbnail
Turtle Conservation
Turtle conservation has become an increasingly critical issue as many species face numerous threats ...
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS - Desert Jerboa - thumbnail
Desert Jerboa
The Desert Jerboa is a small rodent that thrives in the desert environment. It has long back legs th...
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS - Desert Bighorn Sheep - thumbnail
Desert Bighorn Sheep
The Desert Bighorn Sheep is a remarkable desert animal known for its strength and agility. These she...
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS - Camel - thumbnail
Camel
The Camel is a large desert animal easily recognized by the hump on its back, which stores fat that ...
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.1.3 - Where Turtles Live - thumbnail
Where Turtles Live
RI.1.3
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.1.2,RI.1.1 - What Turtles Eat? - thumbnail
What Turtles Eat?
Turtles exhibit a wide range of dietary preferences, reflecting their diverse habitats and evolution...
RI.1.2RI.1.1
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS - Rattlesnake - thumbnail
Rattlesnake
The Rattlesnake is a venomous snake that thrives in desert environments. It is easily recognized by ...
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS - Bats in the Night - thumbnail
Bats in the Night
This informative first-grade reading passage delves into the intriguing world of bats, highlighting ...
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS - Coral Habitats: Where the Ocean Comes Alive - thumbnail
Coral Habitats: Where the Ocean Comes Alive
This passage introduces first-graders to the specific habitats where coral thrives. It explains that...
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.1.1,RI.1.2,RI.1.8 - Starfish Body Parts - thumbnail
Starfish Body Parts
Starfish, or sea stars, possess a remarkable anatomy that enables them to thrive in diverse marine e...
RI.1.1RI.1.2RI.1.8
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS - Types of Coral: Hard and Soft - thumbnail
Types of Coral: Hard and Soft
This passage delves into the two primary types of coral: hard and soft coral. First-grade readers ar...
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.1.1,RI.1.2,RI.1.8 - Starfish Shapes and Colors - thumbnail
Starfish Shapes and Colors
Starfish, or sea stars, display an incredible diversity of shapes and colors that fascinate marine e...
RI.1.1RI.1.2RI.1.8
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS - Heroes for Freedom: Frederick Douglass - thumbnail
Heroes for Freedom: Frederick Douglass
Frederick Douglass overcame slavery to become a leader in the fight for freedom and civil rights. Hi...
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.1.2,RI.1.10,RF.1.4.A,RF.1.4.B,RF.1.4 - Doctors—Citing Text Evidence - thumbnail
Doctors—Citing Text Evidence
This informational text on doctors with comprehension questions is a great way to practice reading f...
RI.1.2RI.1.10RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.B
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.1.2,RI.10,RF.1.4.A,RF.1.4.B,RF.1.4 - Falling Leaves—Reading Fluency Passage - thumbnail
Falling Leaves—Reading Fluency Passage
This informational text on falling leaves with comprehension questions is a great way to practice re...
RI.1.2RI.10RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.B
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.1.2,RI.1.1,RI.1.10 - Main Topic and Key Details in Stories - thumbnailinteractive
Main Topic and Key Details in Stories
RI.1.2RI.1.1RI.1.10
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.K.2 - Animals at Farms—Informational Text - thumbnail
Animals at Farms—Informational Text
This informational text is a great way for early readers to practice their comprehension skills. Stu...
RI.K.2
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.6,RI.2.1,RI.2.2 - Author's Purpose in Text - thumbnailinteractive
Author's Purpose in Text
RI.2.6RI.2.1RI.2.2
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.2,RF.2.4.A,RF.2.4,RI.2.10,RI.2.1,RI.2.6,RI.3.10,RI.3.1,RI.3.2 - Reading Comprehension— Storms - thumbnail
Reading Comprehension— Storms
Practie summarizing paragraphs with this fun science informational text on storms! Students will giv...
RI.2.2RF.2.4.ARF.2.4RI.2.10
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.3.6 - Handy Helpers —Authors Point of View - thumbnail
Handy Helpers —Authors Point of View
This informational text on pollinators and decomposers is perfect for teaching point of view. Studen...
RI.3.6
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.3.2,RF.3.4,RI.3.1 - Koi Fish—What’s the Main Idea? - thumbnail
Koi Fish—What’s the Main Idea?
This informational text on koi fish is a great introduction to teaching main idea. Students will be ...
RI.3.2RF.3.4RI.3.1
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.4.4 - Ocean Acidification - thumbnail
Ocean Acidification
Download this reading comprehension worksheet about ocean acidification. The worksheet includes an i...
RI.4.4
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.4.2 - The Space Needle - thumbnail
The Space Needle
Students read a passage about the history and features of Seattle's Space Needle, then answer compre...
RI.4.2
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS W.4.9.B - Ocean Animal Adaptations - thumbnail
Ocean Animal Adaptations
Students will read a passage that provides information about various adaptations that marine animals...
W.4.9.B
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.6 - What's The Main Idea? - thumbnail
What's The Main Idea?
These short science texts are a great way to practice main idea. Students will read the paragraphs a...
RI.2.6
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.1.3,RI.1.10,RI.1.9 - Community Helpers: Police Officers & Firefighters - thumbnail
Community Helpers: Police Officers & Firefighters
This informational text on community helpers will help students to practice their reading fluency as...
RI.1.3RI.1.10RI.1.9
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.2,RI.2.10 - Reading for Main Details—Veternarians - thumbnail
Reading for Main Details—Veternarians
Practie summarizing paragraphs with this fun informational text on veternarians! Students will give ...
RI.2.2RI.2.10
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.3.1,RI.3.2,RI.3.8 - Main Idea and Supporting Details in Informational Text - thumbnailinteractive
Main Idea and Supporting Details in Informational Text
RI.3.1RI.3.2RI.3.8
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.1.8,RI.1.1,RI.1.2 - Supporting Points in Informational Text - thumbnailinteractive
Supporting Points in Informational Text
RI.1.8RI.1.1RI.1.2
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.1.5,RI.10,RF.1.4.A,RF.1.4 - Text Features - thumbnail
Text Features
This worksheet on text features will help your students to navigate informational texts. Students wi...
RI.1.5RI.10RF.1.4.ARF.1.4
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.4.4,RI.4.4 - Informational Text —The History of Toothpaste - thumbnail
Informational Text —The History of Toothpaste
RI.4.4RI.4.4
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.2,RI.2.6,RI.2.10,RF.2.4.A,RF.2.4,RI.2.1,RI.3.10,RI.3.1,RI.3.2,RI.4.2,RI.4.1,RI.4.10 - Snorkeling & Scuba Diving - thumbnail
Snorkeling & Scuba Diving
RI.2.2RI.2.6RI.2.10RF.2.4.A
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS W.4.2.E - Exploring the Universe - thumbnail
Exploring the Universe
W.4.2.E
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.1.4,RI.10,RF.1.4.A,RF.1.4 - Elephants —Context Clues - thumbnail
Elephants —Context Clues
This informational text is a great way to practice reading comprehension. Specific concepts targeted...
RI.1.4RI.10RF.1.4.ARF.1.4
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.2.1,RI.2.10,RI.3.1,RI.3.10 - Informational Text—Tardigrades - thumbnail
Informational Text—Tardigrades
This informational text on tardigrades will teach your students all about this strange animal! Free ...
RI.2.1RI.2.10RI.3.1RI.3.10
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.3.1,RI.3.10,RF.3.4,RI.3.1,RI.2.1,RF.2.4.A,RF.2.4 - Sharks—Informational Text - thumbnail
Sharks—Informational Text
This informational text on the sharks will teach your students all about these incredible, ancient a...
RI.3.1RI.3.10RF.3.4RI.3.1
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.5.1,RI.5.10 - Pandas—Informational Text - thumbnail
Pandas—Informational Text
This informational text on pandas is a great way to practice reading comprehension. Students will re...
RI.5.1RI.5.10
interactive | printable worksheet on CCSS RI.1.3,RI.1.10,RI.1.9 - Hawks vs Falcons—Compare and Contrast - thumbnail
Hawks vs Falcons—Compare and Contrast
This informational text is a great way to practice compare and contrast. Students will read two pass...
RI.1.3RI.1.10RI.1.9

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