Central Idea Sleuths
What is the central idea of a text?
What is the most important idea or message the author wants the reader to understand?
True or False: The central idea is always stated directly in the first paragraph.
What is False?
Which sentence best shows the central idea of a text about recycling? A) People recycle for many reasons. B) Recycling reduces waste and helps the environment. C) Recycling bins come in different colors.
What is recycling reduces waste and helps the environment?
Name one strategy for finding the central idea.
What is "look for repeated ideas", "key details", or "topic sentences".