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Reading Literature - Main Idea Curriculum Resources

Explore the concept of main idea in literature with our Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum resources designed for young learners. Covering personal narratives, fables, and more, these resources provide a comprehensive approach to recognizing and understanding the main idea in literature in an engaging and accessible format.

Kindergarten Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum-resources

Retelling Stories - worksheet educational content
Retelling Stories
This graphic oragnizer is a great way to see if your readers can retell the story. Students will list the characters fro...
RL.K.2
Sam’s Temperature Track - reading educational content
Sam’s Temperature Track
This passage supports NGSS K-ESS2-1 learning by tracking temperature changes throughout the day. Through simple observat...
ESS2-1RL.1.1
Sam’s Fall Colors - reading educational content
Sam’s Fall Colors
This passage addresses pattern recognition in nature through seasonal leaf color changes. Students learn to observe, seq...
Billy's Bouncing Ball - reading educational content
Billy's Bouncing Ball
This passage supports NGSS K-PS2-2 learning by showing how design solutions can solve motion problems. Through trial and...
K-K-PS2-2RL.1.1

1st Grade Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum-resources

Late to School—Story Retellingl - worksheet educational content
Late to School—Story Retellingl
This short fiction passage about a girl who is late for school is perfect for teaching central message or moral. Student...
RL.1.2RL.1.10RF.1.4RF.1.4.A
Character Traits—Camping with Elle and Sunny - worksheet educational content
Character Traits—Camping with Elle and Sunny
This short fiction passage about two friends going camping is perfect for teaching central message or moral. Students wi...
RL.1.2RL.1.10RF.1.4RF.1.4.A
Max and Zoe's Beach Adventure - reading educational content
Max and Zoe's Beach Adventure
Experience the excitement of Max and Zoe's beach adventure as they build a sandcastle and enjoy the refreshing sensation...
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Olivia's Kite Flying Adventure - reading educational content
Olivia's Kite Flying Adventure
Experience the excitement of Olivia's kite flying adventure as she holds her kite on a windy day and watches it dance gr...
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Alex's Snowy Adventure - reading educational content
Alex's Snowy Adventure
Experience the magic of a snowy day with Alex as he observes the snow falling and embraces the opportunity to build a sn...
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Rainy Day-Lucy's Observation - reading educational content
Rainy Day-Lucy's Observation
Main idea reading passage: Lucy observes a rainy day and listens to raindrops on the roof.
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Benny the Bunny - reading educational content
Benny the Bunny
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
Lily the Duckling - reading educational content
Lily the Duckling
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
The Playground Slide - reading educational content
The Playground Slide
RL.K.4-2RL.1.2RL.1.3RL.1.5
The Dancing Skeleton's Surprise - reading educational content
The Dancing Skeleton's Surprise
Sammy the Skeleton loves to dance, but his bones always fall apart when he moves too much. Determined to join the big Ha...
RL.1.1RL.2.1
Baxter and the Missing Music - reading educational content
Baxter and the Missing Music
Baxter must track down Emma's missing musical instruments. He follows clues to Iggy's pranky antics and learns about ask...
The Werewolf's Woolly Problem - reading educational content
The Werewolf's Woolly Problem
Wally the Werewolf has an unusual secret - on full moons, he grows wool instead of fur! Worried about not being scary en...
RL.1.1RL.2.1
The Talking Jack-o'-Lantern - reading educational content
The Talking Jack-o'-Lantern
On Pumpkin Street, a unique jack-o'-lantern named Jack possesses the extraordinary ability to talk, but his shyness keep...
RL.1.1RL.2.1
Sam’s Temperature Track - reading educational content
Sam’s Temperature Track
This passage supports NGSS K-ESS2-1 learning by tracking temperature changes throughout the day. Through simple observat...
ESS2-1RL.1.1
Sam’s Fall Colors - reading educational content
Sam’s Fall Colors
This passage addresses pattern recognition in nature through seasonal leaf color changes. Students learn to observe, seq...
The Snowy Surprise - reading educational content
The Snowy Surprise
This enchanting story follows Emma and May as they wake up to a world transformed by snow. The girls' excitement is palp...
RL.1.1RL.2.2
Billy's Bouncing Ball - reading educational content
Billy's Bouncing Ball
This passage supports NGSS K-PS2-2 learning by showing how design solutions can solve motion problems. Through trial and...
K-K-PS2-2RL.1.1

2nd Grade Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum-resources

Squirrel & Badger—Moral of the Story - worksheet educational content
Squirrel & Badger—Moral of the Story
This short fable is a great way to teach central lessons or morals. Students will read the passage about the badger and ...
RL.2.2RL.2.1RL.2.10RL.3.2
Froggie—Main Idea - worksheet educational content
Froggie—Main Idea
This short fable is a great way to teach central lessons or morals. Students will read the passage about the frog who do...
RL.2.2RL.2.1RL.2.10RL.3.2
Fable —The Journey to the Witch’s House - worksheet educational content
Fable —The Journey to the Witch’s House
This short fable is a great way to teach central lessons or morals. Students will read the passage about the witch who g...
RL.2.2RL.2.1RL.2.3RL.2.10
Jackson's Library Adventures-Short Story - reading educational content
Jackson's Library Adventures-Short Story
Read the short story on a library visit and answer comprehension questions.Join Jackson on his weekly trips to the libra...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
Max and Zoe's Beach Adventure - reading educational content
Max and Zoe's Beach Adventure
Experience the excitement of Max and Zoe's beach adventure as they build a sandcastle and enjoy the refreshing sensation...
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Olivia's Kite Flying Adventure - reading educational content
Olivia's Kite Flying Adventure
Experience the excitement of Olivia's kite flying adventure as she holds her kite on a windy day and watches it dance gr...
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Alex's Snowy Adventure - reading educational content
Alex's Snowy Adventure
Experience the magic of a snowy day with Alex as he observes the snow falling and embraces the opportunity to build a sn...
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Rainy Day-Lucy's Observation - reading educational content
Rainy Day-Lucy's Observation
Main idea reading passage: Lucy observes a rainy day and listens to raindrops on the roof.
RF.1.4.ARF.1.4.BRI.1.1RI.1.2
Benny the Bunny - reading educational content
Benny the Bunny
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
Lily the Duckling - reading educational content
Lily the Duckling
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
The Playground Slide - reading educational content
The Playground Slide
RL.K.4-2RL.1.2RL.1.3RL.1.5
The Dancing Skeleton's Surprise - reading educational content
The Dancing Skeleton's Surprise
Sammy the Skeleton loves to dance, but his bones always fall apart when he moves too much. Determined to join the big Ha...
RL.1.1RL.2.1
Baxter and the Missing Music - reading educational content
Baxter and the Missing Music
Baxter must track down Emma's missing musical instruments. He follows clues to Iggy's pranky antics and learns about ask...
The Astronaut's Gear - reading educational content
The Astronaut's Gear
In 'The Astronaut's Gear,' Sarah and her classmates get an up-close look at real space suits and equipment. The story de...
RL.3.1RL.2.1RL.4.3
The Moon Lander - reading educational content
The Moon Lander
This detailed passage examines lunar landing technology, aligning with NGSS standards for engineering design and space s...
RL.3.1RL.2.1RL.4.5
The Werewolf's Woolly Problem - reading educational content
The Werewolf's Woolly Problem
Wally the Werewolf has an unusual secret - on full moons, he grows wool instead of fur! Worried about not being scary en...
RL.1.1RL.2.1
The Talking Jack-o'-Lantern - reading educational content
The Talking Jack-o'-Lantern
On Pumpkin Street, a unique jack-o'-lantern named Jack possesses the extraordinary ability to talk, but his shyness keep...
RL.1.1RL.2.1
The Solar System Room - reading educational content
The Solar System Room
The Solar System Room' takes readers on a journey through our cosmic neighborhood. As Sarah's class enters a dark room, ...
RL.3.1RL.2.1RL.4.2
Sam’s Temperature Track - reading educational content
Sam’s Temperature Track
This passage supports NGSS K-ESS2-1 learning by tracking temperature changes throughout the day. Through simple observat...
ESS2-1RL.1.1
Sam’s Fall Colors - reading educational content
Sam’s Fall Colors
This passage addresses pattern recognition in nature through seasonal leaf color changes. Students learn to observe, seq...
The Snowy Surprise - reading educational content
The Snowy Surprise
This enchanting story follows Emma and May as they wake up to a world transformed by snow. The girls' excitement is palp...
RL.1.1RL.2.2
Billy's Bouncing Ball - reading educational content
Billy's Bouncing Ball
This passage supports NGSS K-PS2-2 learning by showing how design solutions can solve motion problems. Through trial and...
K-K-PS2-2RL.1.1

3rd Grade Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum-resources

Jackson's Library Adventures-Short Story - reading educational content
Jackson's Library Adventures-Short Story
Read the short story on a library visit and answer comprehension questions.Join Jackson on his weekly trips to the libra...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
Mia's Picnic Day - reading educational content
Mia's Picnic Day
Join Mia and her family as they embark on a fun-filled picnic day in the park. Delight in the simple pleasures of settin...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
Benny the Bunny - reading educational content
Benny the Bunny
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
Lily the Duckling - reading educational content
Lily the Duckling
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
The Playground Slide - reading educational content
The Playground Slide
RL.K.4-2RL.1.2RL.1.3RL.1.5
Baxter and the Missing Music - reading educational content
Baxter and the Missing Music
Baxter must track down Emma's missing musical instruments. He follows clues to Iggy's pranky antics and learns about ask...
The Astronaut's Gear - reading educational content
The Astronaut's Gear
In 'The Astronaut's Gear,' Sarah and her classmates get an up-close look at real space suits and equipment. The story de...
RL.3.1RL.2.1RL.4.3
The Moon Lander - reading educational content
The Moon Lander
This detailed passage examines lunar landing technology, aligning with NGSS standards for engineering design and space s...
RL.3.1RL.2.1RL.4.5
The Solar System Room - reading educational content
The Solar System Room
The Solar System Room' takes readers on a journey through our cosmic neighborhood. As Sarah's class enters a dark room, ...
RL.3.1RL.2.1RL.4.2
The Snowy Surprise - reading educational content
The Snowy Surprise
This enchanting story follows Emma and May as they wake up to a world transformed by snow. The girls' excitement is palp...
RL.1.1RL.2.2

4th Grade Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum-resources

Jackson's Library Adventures-Short Story - reading educational content
Jackson's Library Adventures-Short Story
Read the short story on a library visit and answer comprehension questions.Join Jackson on his weekly trips to the libra...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
Ming's Wind Turbine Project - reading educational content
Ming's Wind Turbine Project
Embark on an engineering adventure with Ming as he dives into the world of wind energy. Discover how wind turbines captu...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
Mia's Picnic Day - reading educational content
Mia's Picnic Day
Join Mia and her family as they embark on a fun-filled picnic day in the park. Delight in the simple pleasures of settin...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
Benny the Bunny - reading educational content
Benny the Bunny
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
Lily the Duckling - reading educational content
Lily the Duckling
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
The Playground Slide - reading educational content
The Playground Slide
RL.K.4-2RL.1.2RL.1.3RL.1.5
Baxter and the Missing Music - reading educational content
Baxter and the Missing Music
Baxter must track down Emma's missing musical instruments. He follows clues to Iggy's pranky antics and learns about ask...
The Astronaut's Gear - reading educational content
The Astronaut's Gear
In 'The Astronaut's Gear,' Sarah and her classmates get an up-close look at real space suits and equipment. The story de...
RL.3.1RL.2.1RL.4.3
The Moon Lander - reading educational content
The Moon Lander
This detailed passage examines lunar landing technology, aligning with NGSS standards for engineering design and space s...
RL.3.1RL.2.1RL.4.5
The Solar System Room - reading educational content
The Solar System Room
The Solar System Room' takes readers on a journey through our cosmic neighborhood. As Sarah's class enters a dark room, ...
RL.3.1RL.2.1RL.4.2

5th Grade Reading Literature - Main Idea curriculum-resources

Ming's Wind Turbine Project - reading educational content
Ming's Wind Turbine Project
Embark on an engineering adventure with Ming as he dives into the world of wind energy. Discover how wind turbines captu...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
Mia's Picnic Day - reading educational content
Mia's Picnic Day
Join Mia and her family as they embark on a fun-filled picnic day in the park. Delight in the simple pleasures of settin...
RL.2.10RL.3.10RL.3.1RL.2.2
Benny the Bunny - reading educational content
Benny the Bunny
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
Lily the Duckling - reading educational content
Lily the Duckling
RL.K.4-2RL.1.4-2
The Playground Slide - reading educational content
The Playground Slide
RL.K.4-2RL.1.2RL.1.3RL.1.5
Baxter and the Missing Music - reading educational content
Baxter and the Missing Music
Baxter must track down Emma's missing musical instruments. He follows clues to Iggy's pranky antics and learns about ask...

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