Definitions
What does it mean to "summarize" something?
To tell, in your own words, what has happened in the story.
To make a prediction means to make a good _____ about what will occur in the text
guess
There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.
There are many fun things to do at the beach.
try to convince a reader of an opinion/argument
persuasive
What does it mean to predict?
A good guess about what will happen based on what you read in the text.
What is a "main idea"?
What the story is mostly about.
When making a prediction, what are some things that you need to look at?
details and clues in the text
Tom started to reel in his line. The fish tugged and pulled hard. Judging by the weight of his catch, this fish could feed his family for three days. Tom struggled to stay in the boat and not be pulled over the side. Finally his catch came into view. He had snagged a snapping turtle! What is the main idea?
Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.
to give the reader enjoyment
entertain (narrative)
The ____ support the main idea.
details
What is meant by "important details"?
Important details support the main idea of the story.
Billy's mother brought home empty crates from the store. She placed groceries from the pantry into the crates. Next, she took down decorations from the walls of their home. She told Billy that his first day at his new school would be next Monday. What prediction can be made?
A. Billy is not going to go to school anymore.
B. Billy's mother is going to rearrange the house.
C. Billy and his mom is going to move.
D. Billy's family is cleaning their house.
C. Billy and his mom is going to move.
John and Matt want to be firemen. They want to ride on the big fire truck. John wants to climb ladders and rescue people from fires. Matt wants to hold the big hose and spray water on the fires to put them out. What is the main idea?
John and Matt want to be firemen.
to teach the reader; to give the reader information that they want or need; to share a special knowledge
inform (expository)
What does it mean to make a connection?
To connect what you're reading to something in your life, the world, or another text.
What's the difference between "retelling" and "summarizing" a story?
A retelling is when you describe the story in complete detail from start to finish. A summary includes only the details that support the main idea.
Allen spent a summer day working for his aunt. They trimmed the grass, weeds, and bushes. They were both hot, sweaty, and dirty. Allen's aunt said, "We're done. Let's get out of this heat." What do you think Allen did as soon as he went inside?
A. went into the bathroom to take a bath
B. cooked dinner
C. cut the grass
D. put on new clothes
A. went into the bathroom to take a bath
The frog sat on the side of the pond. He was very still. His green color made him hard to see. A bug flew near him. His tongue zipped out, and he gobbled it up. Then the frog was still again. He waited for the next bug. What is the main idea?
Frogs eat bugs.
I'm writing this letter on behalf of the students who are opposed to a dress code.
persuade
Name one thing that should NOT be included in a summary...
Personal opinions
When you write a summary, it must be written in the correct sequence of events. What does sequence mean?
Sequence means the order in which an event takes place.
Reggie is always misbehaving in class. His teacher asked him to be stop misbehaving, but he is defiant as usual and does not listen. Predict what will happen next?
A. He will receive praise for his behavior
B. He will make all As.
C. He will be sent to the office
C. He will be sent to the office
Mark wanted to be a great skater. But he didn't want to spend the hours practicing. He wished he could just do the tricks easily. Mark's dream was to have everyone stop and stare when he entered the skate park. He wanted them to say, "Mark is the best skater in the whole world." What is the main idea?
Mark wants everyone to think he's a great skater without doing the hard work.
Eating dessert is an activity that many engage in after consuming a healthy meal.
inform (expository)
I can't wait until this weekend! We’re going to my grandparents’ house and my entire family will be there. I will spend most of my time playing games with my cousins. We always have such a good time together! The day goes by so fast, and by the end we are all exhausted... but we still don’t want to leave!
What is the main idea?
The author enjoys spending time with her family.