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Grade 5 Main Idea Curriculum Resources
Encourage reflective writing skills in elementary students with our prompts focusing on identifying the main idea. These interactive curriculum resources guide children through thoughtful reflection on various topics in an engaging and printable format.
Identify Main Idea Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer on main idea includes space to write the main idea and three supporting detai...
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Main Idea and Suporting Details Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer on main idea includes space to write the main idea and three supporting detai...
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Main Idea and Details Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer on main idea includes space to write the main idea and three supporting detai...
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The Benefits of Physical Activity
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The History of the United States
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Exploring the Universe
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Climate and Water Cycle
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Zoo Visit — Supporting Details
Students read a passage about a trip to the zoo and identify the main idea and 3 supporting details....
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Pizza Party — Supporting Details
Engage students with this fun pizza party passage and multiple choice questions that assess identifi...
W.5.1.B
Musuem Visit — Supporting Details
Students will read a passage about a science museum field trip and answer engaging multiple choice q...
W.5.1.B
Main Idea Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer on main idea includes space to write the main idea and three supporting detai...
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Graphic Organizer for Main Idea
This graphic organizer on main idea includes space to write the main idea and three supporting detai...
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Main Idea Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer on main idea includes space to write the main idea and three supporting detai...
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Musuem Visit — Supporting Details
Students will read a passage about a science museum field trip and answer engaging multiple choice q...
W.5.1.B
Pizza Party — Supporting Details
Engage students with this fun pizza party passage and multiple choice questions that assess identifi...
W.5.1.B
Zoo Visit — Supporting Details
Students read a passage about a trip to the zoo and identify the main idea and 3 supporting details....
W.5.1.B
Climate and Water Cycle
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Flowers—Informational Text
This informational text is a great way for early readers to practice their comprehension skills. Stu...
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Main Idea Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer on main idea includes space to write the main idea and three supporting detai...
Main Idea and Suporting Details Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer on main idea includes space to write the main idea and three supporting detai...
RI.1.2RI.2.2RI.3.2RI.4.2
Identify Main Idea Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer on main idea includes space to write the main idea and three supporting detai...
RI.1.2RI.2.2RI.3.2RI.4.2
Main Idea and Details Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer on main idea includes space to write the main idea and three supporting detai...
RI.1.2RI.2.2RI.3.2RI.4.2
Graphic Organizer for Main Idea
This graphic organizer on main idea includes space to write the main idea and three supporting detai...
RI.1.2RI.2.2RI.3.2RI.4.2
Main Idea Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer on main idea includes space to write the main idea and three supporting detai...
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Exploring the Universe
W.4.2.E
The Benefits of Physical Activity
W.4.2.E
The History of the United States
W.4.2.E
Rainy Day-Lucy's Observation
Main idea reading passage: Lucy observes a rainy day and listens to raindrops on the roof.
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Alex's Snowy Adventure
Experience the magic of a snowy day with Alex as he observes the snow falling and embraces the oppor...
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Olivia's Kite Flying Adventure
Experience the excitement of Olivia's kite flying adventure as she holds her kite on a windy day and...
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Max and Zoe's Beach Adventure
Experience the excitement of Max and Zoe's beach adventure as they build a sandcastle and enjoy the ...
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Mia's Picnic Day
Join Mia and her family as they embark on a fun-filled picnic day in the park. Delight in the simple...
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Ming's Wind Turbine Project
Embark on an engineering adventure with Ming as he dives into the world of wind energy. Discover how...
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Jackson's Library Adventures
Read the short story on a library visit and answer comprehension questions.Join Jackson on his weekl...
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The Playground Slide
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Benny the Bunny
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Lily the Duckling
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The Werewolf's Woolly Problem
Wally the Werewolf has an unusual secret - on full moons, he grows wool instead of fur! Worried abou...
The Solar System Room
The Solar System Room' takes readers on a journey through our cosmic neighborhood. As Sarah's class ...
The Dancing Skeleton's Surprise
Sammy the Skeleton loves to dance, but his bones always fall apart when he moves too much. Determine...
The Talking Jack-o'-Lantern
On Pumpkin Street, a unique jack-o'-lantern named Jack possesses the extraordinary ability to talk, ...
The Moon Lander
This detailed passage examines lunar landing technology, aligning with NGSS standards for engineerin...
The Astronaut's Gear
In 'The Astronaut's Gear,' Sarah and her classmates get an up-close look at real space suits and equ...
Squirrel & Badger—Moral of the Story
This short fable is a great way to teach central lessons or morals. Students will read the passage a...
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Froggie—Main Idea
This short fable is a great way to teach central lessons or morals. Students will read the passage a...
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Reading Comprehension: Sun
This reading comprehension worksheet, aligned with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.5.4.a, features short inform...
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Baxter and the Missing Music
Baxter must track down Emma's missing musical instruments. He follows clues to Iggy's pranky antics ...
What is Weather and Climate?
What is a Simple Machine
Discover the power of simple machines! This informational text explores how basic tools like levers,...
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The States of Matter: Solid
Discover the differences between solids, liquids and gases by exploring how their particles are arra...
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Cesar Chavez: A Voice for Farm Workers
This reading passage introduces elementary students to Cesar Chavez and his work advocating for farm...
Turtle Conservation
Turtle conservation has become an increasingly critical issue as many species face numerous threats ...
Desert Jerboa
The Desert Jerboa is a small rodent that thrives in the desert environment. It has long back legs th...
Desert Bighorn Sheep
The Desert Bighorn Sheep is a remarkable desert animal known for its strength and agility. These she...
Camel
The Camel is a large desert animal easily recognized by the hump on its back, which stores fat that ...
Where Turtles Live
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What Turtles Eat?
Turtles exhibit a wide range of dietary preferences, reflecting their diverse habitats and evolution...
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Rattlesnake
The Rattlesnake is a venomous snake that thrives in desert environments. It is easily recognized by ...
Bats in the Night
This informative first-grade reading passage delves into the intriguing world of bats, highlighting ...
Coral Habitats: Where the Ocean Comes Alive
This passage introduces first-graders to the specific habitats where coral thrives. It explains that...
Starfish Body Parts
Starfish, or sea stars, possess a remarkable anatomy that enables them to thrive in diverse marine e...
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Types of Coral: Hard and Soft
This passage delves into the two primary types of coral: hard and soft coral. First-grade readers ar...
Starfish Shapes and Colors
Starfish, or sea stars, display an incredible diversity of shapes and colors that fascinate marine e...
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