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Reading Literature - Main Idea Curriculum Resources
Explore the concept of main idea in literature with our Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum resources designed for young learners. Covering personal narratives, fables, and more, these resources provide a comprehensive approach to recognizing and understanding the main idea in literature in an engaging and accessible format.
Kindergarten Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum-resources
Retelling Stories
This graphic oragnizer is a great way to see if your readers can retell the story. Students will lis...
RL.K.2
Plant Helpers
This passage explores NGSS K-LS1-1 through the interdependent relationship between bees and flowers....
Billy's Bouncing Ball
This passage supports NGSS K-PS2-2 learning by showing how design solutions can solve motion problem...
Sam’s Temperature Track
This passage supports NGSS K-ESS2-1 learning by tracking temperature changes throughout the day. Thr...
Sam’s Fall Colors
This passage addresses pattern recognition in nature through seasonal leaf color changes. Students l...
1st Grade Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum-resources
Late to School—Story Retellingl
This short fiction passage about a girl who is late for school is perfect for teaching central messa...
RL.1.2RL.1.10RF.1.4RF.1.4.A
Character Traits—Camping with Elle and Sunny
This short fiction passage about two friends going camping is perfect for teaching central message o...
RL.1.2RL.1.10RF.1.4RF.1.4.A
Rainy Day-Lucy's Observation
Main idea reading passage: Lucy observes a rainy day and listens to raindrops on the roof.
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Benny the Bunny
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
Max and Zoe's Beach Adventure
Experience the excitement of Max and Zoe's beach adventure as they build a sandcastle and enjoy the ...
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Alex's Snowy Adventure
Experience the magic of a snowy day with Alex as he observes the snow falling and embraces the oppor...
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
The Playground Slide
RL.K.4-2RL.1.2RL.1.3RL.1.5
Olivia's Kite Flying Adventure
Experience the excitement of Olivia's kite flying adventure as she holds her kite on a windy day and...
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Lily the Duckling
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
Baxter and the Missing Music
Baxter must track down Emma's missing musical instruments. He follows clues to Iggy's pranky antics ...
The Talking Jack-o'-Lantern
On Pumpkin Street, a unique jack-o'-lantern named Jack possesses the extraordinary ability to talk, ...
The Dancing Skeleton's Surprise
Sammy the Skeleton loves to dance, but his bones always fall apart when he moves too much. Determine...
The Werewolf's Woolly Problem
Wally the Werewolf has an unusual secret - on full moons, he grows wool instead of fur! Worried abou...
The Snowy Surprise
This enchanting story follows Emma and May as they wake up to a world transformed by snow. The girls...
Plant Helpers
This passage explores NGSS K-LS1-1 through the interdependent relationship between bees and flowers....
Billy's Bouncing Ball
This passage supports NGSS K-PS2-2 learning by showing how design solutions can solve motion problem...
Sam’s Temperature Track
This passage supports NGSS K-ESS2-1 learning by tracking temperature changes throughout the day. Thr...
Sam’s Fall Colors
This passage addresses pattern recognition in nature through seasonal leaf color changes. Students l...
2nd Grade Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum-resources
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...
RL.2.2RL.2.1RL.2.10RL.3.2
Froggie—Main Idea
This short fable is a great way to teach central lessons or morals. Students will read the passage a...
RL.2.2RL.2.1RL.2.10RL.3.2
Fable —The Journey to the Witch’s House
This short fable is a great way to teach central lessons or morals. Students will read the passage a...
RL.2.2RL.2.1RL.2.3RL.2.10
Rainy Day-Lucy's Observation
Main idea reading passage: Lucy observes a rainy day and listens to raindrops on the roof.
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Benny the Bunny
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
Max and Zoe's Beach Adventure
Experience the excitement of Max and Zoe's beach adventure as they build a sandcastle and enjoy the ...
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Jackson's Library Adventures
Read the short story on a library visit and answer comprehension questions.Join Jackson on his weekl...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
Alex's Snowy Adventure
Experience the magic of a snowy day with Alex as he observes the snow falling and embraces the oppor...
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
The Playground Slide
RL.K.4-2RL.1.2RL.1.3RL.1.5
Olivia's Kite Flying Adventure
Experience the excitement of Olivia's kite flying adventure as she holds her kite on a windy day and...
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Lily the Duckling
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
Baxter and the Missing Music
Baxter must track down Emma's missing musical instruments. He follows clues to Iggy's pranky antics ...
The Solar System Room
The Solar System Room' takes readers on a journey through our cosmic neighborhood. As Sarah's class ...
The Astronaut's Gear
In 'The Astronaut's Gear,' Sarah and her classmates get an up-close look at real space suits and equ...
The Moon Lander
This detailed passage examines lunar landing technology, aligning with NGSS standards for engineerin...
The Talking Jack-o'-Lantern
On Pumpkin Street, a unique jack-o'-lantern named Jack possesses the extraordinary ability to talk, ...
The Dancing Skeleton's Surprise
Sammy the Skeleton loves to dance, but his bones always fall apart when he moves too much. Determine...
The Werewolf's Woolly Problem
Wally the Werewolf has an unusual secret - on full moons, he grows wool instead of fur! Worried abou...
The Snowy Surprise
This enchanting story follows Emma and May as they wake up to a world transformed by snow. The girls...
Plant Helpers
This passage explores NGSS K-LS1-1 through the interdependent relationship between bees and flowers....
Billy's Bouncing Ball
This passage supports NGSS K-PS2-2 learning by showing how design solutions can solve motion problem...
Sam’s Temperature Track
This passage supports NGSS K-ESS2-1 learning by tracking temperature changes throughout the day. Thr...
Sam’s Fall Colors
This passage addresses pattern recognition in nature through seasonal leaf color changes. Students l...
3rd Grade Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum-resources
Benny the Bunny
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
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...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
Jackson's Library Adventures
Read the short story on a library visit and answer comprehension questions.Join Jackson on his weekl...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
The Playground Slide
RL.K.4-2RL.1.2RL.1.3RL.1.5
Lily the Duckling
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
Baxter and the Missing Music
Baxter must track down Emma's missing musical instruments. He follows clues to Iggy's pranky antics ...
The Solar System Room
The Solar System Room' takes readers on a journey through our cosmic neighborhood. As Sarah's class ...
The Astronaut's Gear
In 'The Astronaut's Gear,' Sarah and her classmates get an up-close look at real space suits and equ...
The Moon Lander
This detailed passage examines lunar landing technology, aligning with NGSS standards for engineerin...
The Snowy Surprise
This enchanting story follows Emma and May as they wake up to a world transformed by snow. The girls...
4th Grade Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum-resources
Ming's Wind Turbine Project
Embark on an engineering adventure with Ming as he dives into the world of wind energy. Discover how...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
Benny the Bunny
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
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...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
Jackson's Library Adventures
Read the short story on a library visit and answer comprehension questions.Join Jackson on his weekl...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
The Playground Slide
RL.K.4-2RL.1.2RL.1.3RL.1.5
Lily the Duckling
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
Baxter and the Missing Music
Baxter must track down Emma's missing musical instruments. He follows clues to Iggy's pranky antics ...
The Solar System Room
The Solar System Room' takes readers on a journey through our cosmic neighborhood. As Sarah's class ...
The Astronaut's Gear
In 'The Astronaut's Gear,' Sarah and her classmates get an up-close look at real space suits and equ...
The Moon Lander
This detailed passage examines lunar landing technology, aligning with NGSS standards for engineerin...
5th Grade Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum-resources
Ming's Wind Turbine Project
Embark on an engineering adventure with Ming as he dives into the world of wind energy. Discover how...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
Benny the Bunny
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
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...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
The Playground Slide
RL.K.4-2RL.1.2RL.1.3RL.1.5
Lily the Duckling
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
Baxter and the Missing Music
Baxter must track down Emma's missing musical instruments. He follows clues to Iggy's pranky antics ...