This is the main ideas worksheets section. The main idea of a paragraph is the author's message about the given topic. The main idea can be expressed directly or it may be implied through surrounding details. Often, when reading a student can improve their comprehension by identifying the main idea of a text. Typically, after three paragraphs, a student may be asked the main idea of the given section. A main idea can be expressed in one or two sentences. Supporting details can be given to support or explain the main idea. The main idea is the primary point or concept the author wishes to convey to the reader. It is the central, and most important idea in the paragraph and at times is found at the beginning of the paragraph within the topic sentence, or first sentence of the paragraph. Our main ideas worksheets may be used for a variety of learning levels.
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Main Idea Details Worksheets

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Main Idea Summary Worksheets

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Main Idea Text Evidence Worksheets

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Main Ideas Worksheets

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Main Idea Suporting Details Worksheets

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Main Idea Topic Worksheets

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