COMPREHENSION TOOLS Name: Identify Central Idea GRADE 6 Identify Central Idea ©Curriculum Associates, LLC Copying permitted for classroom use. 1 of 6 TEXT A Read the text, and underline details that support the central idea. Then, complete the activity on page 3. DIRECTIONS The First Women’s Rights Convention 1 In 1848, a convention of historic … Read more
Informative Essay – “Pets Vs. People” “Pets are not people. After all, dogs don’t go to school and cats don’t hold down jobs. But pet owners often consider their dogs and cats to be members of their families. In what ways are pets like people and in what ways are they not? Write a … Read more
Compare and Contrast Texts Use the texts “After the Hurricane” and “Ninth Ward” to fill in the chart below then answer the questions. Make sure you go back and re-read sections. You may also listen to the audio clip on “Ninth Ward” on your phone or tablet (the part we’re reading stops at 7:33). … Read more
Analyze: Reread paragraphs 1-3 and note details about setting and character traits. How is the historical setting related to the characters? Draw Conclusions: Review the author’s use of language in paragraph 8. How do mood and characterization suggest the text’s theme? Marigolds Notice & Note: Review paragraphs 36-48. What does Lanesha realize about their situation? … Read more