Reading Informational
RI 2.2
RI 2.2
How do we determine the main topic of a whole text and the focus of specific paragraphs within that text?
Critical Thinking: Students will analyze texts to determine main topics and key details.
Learner’s Mindset: Encourage curiosity about the text and its content.
Communication: Students will share their understanding of the text with peers and teachers.
What clues can help us identify the main topic of a text?
How can we find the main idea of a specific paragraph?
Why is it important to understand the main topic and paragraph focuses in informational texts?
RI 2.2: Identify the main topic of a multiparagraph text as well as the focus of specific paragraphs within the text.
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