Being able to identify the _________________ _______________ of an informational text makes you a stronger reader. (p 5)
The general subject of the book is the ___________________ . (p 5)
The author includes _______________________ ____________________ to back up and explain the central idea. (p 5)
Good readers use a variety of _________________________ to determine the central idea of a text. (p 8)
Being able to identify the main idea or central theme of an informational text makes you a stronger reader. (p 5)
The general subject of the book is the topic or subject matter. (p 5)
The author includes supporting details or evidence to back up and explain the central idea. (p 5)
Good readers use a variety of strategies or methods to determine the central idea of a text. (p 8)
Which statement describes the relationship between the central ideas and supporting details in a text?
The central ideas organize supporting details into a logical sequence.
Supporting details explain the central ideas of the text.
Supporting details provide information unrelated to the central ideas.
The central ideas reveal the topic of the supporting details.
Supporting details explain the central ideas of the text.
Please write or type the definitions of each word below. .
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Evidence -
Subheadings -
Supporting details -
Central ideas - The main or key concepts or themes that are the focus or primary message of a text.
Evidence - Facts, data, or information that supports or proves a claim, argument, or assertion.
Subheadings - Section titles or headings within a text that divide the content into smaller, more specific sections or topics.
Supporting details - Specific pieces of information, examples, facts, or reasons that provide evidence or further explanation for a central idea or main point in a text. They help to strengthen and clarify the main idea.
II. Fill in the blanks
In informational text, evidence that supports a ____________________ _____________ typically answers the questions _____________, _________________, _________________, _____________________, _________________, and ____________________. (p 2)
________________________________ give readers a clue about the author’s organization of ideas. (p 2)
In informational text, evidence that supports a central idea typically answers the questions who, what, when, where, why, and how. (p 2)
Subheadings give readers a clue about the author's organization of ideas. (p 2)
What are the 3 Self-Directed Active Reading Tecniques you can use to keep track of the central idea of a text? (p 8)
The three self-directed active reading techniques that can be used to keep track of the central idea of a text are:
1. Annotation: Making notes and highlighting key points, main ideas, and supporting details in the text.
2. Summarizing: Writing a brief summary or paraphrasing the main ideas and supporting details in your own words.
3. Asking questions: Engaging with the text by asking yourself questions about the main ideas, connections, and any unclear or confusing parts.
How does the author of a text develop central ideas?
by organizing the text into sections and subsections with headings
by stating a central idea at the beginning of each paragraph
by building the text around evidence in the form of supporting details
by choosing a title that clearly states what the topic is
The author of a text develops central ideas by building the text around evidence in the form of supporting details.
All students should get in the habit of practicing good reading habits. As a result, you need to select a Nonfiction IRB that is on your grade or Lexile level. You should be reading at least 25 minutes each afternoon to help improve comprehension, reading fluency, and build vocabulary. Answer the following questions about your IRB.
Title of Book: ______________________________________________________
Author: ___________________________________________________________
Book Summary: ______________________________________________________
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Central Idea, so far: ____________________________________________________
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Main Character(s): _____________________________________________________
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Setting: ______________________________________________________________
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I'm sorry, but as a language model AI, I don't have the ability to assign or provide specific book titles, authors, or summaries. However, I can offer some general guidance for answering the questions you provided.
Title of Book: Please provide the title of the nonfiction IRB book that you have selected.
Author: Please provide the name of the author of the nonfiction IRB book.
Book Summary: Write a brief summary of the book, highlighting the main topics or subjects covered.
Central Idea, so far: Identify the central idea or main message that is being conveyed in the book based on what you have read so far. This could be a general statement about the purpose or main focus of the book.
Main Character(s): If applicable, identify any main characters or individuals that the book focuses on.
Setting: If applicable, describe the setting or locations that are important to the book's content.
Remember to fill in the details based on the specific nonfiction IRB book you have chosen.
Title of Book: Avatar: The Last Airbender: The Promise, Part 1
Author: Gene Luen Yang
Book Summary: ______________________________________________________
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Central Idea, so far: ____________________________________________________
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Main Character(s): _____________________________________________________
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Setting: ______________________________________________________________
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Book Summary: "Avatar: The Last Airbender: The Promise, Part 1" continues the story of Aang, Katara, Sokka, and Toph after the end of the original animated series. The story begins with the Fire Nation colonies in the Earth Kingdom, and tensions arise when the promise to remove the colonies becomes challenging to fulfill. Aang and his friends must navigate political conflicts and find a way to keep the peace.
Central Idea, so far: The central idea of "Avatar: The Last Airbender: The Promise, Part 1" revolves around the challenges faced in maintaining peace and fulfilling promises in a world still recovering from war.
Main Character(s): Aang, Katara, Sokka, Toph, and other characters from the original animated series.
Setting: The story takes place in the fictional world of the four nations: Air, Water, Earth, and Fire, focusing primarily on the Earth Kingdom and the Fire Nation colonies within it.
Please write or type the definitions of each word below.
Genre -
Informational text -
Nonfiction -
Subgenre -
Genre - A category or type of artistic or literary composition characterized by similarities in form, style, or subject matter. Examples of genres include fiction, nonfiction, mystery, science fiction, romance, etc.
Informational text - A type of written material that presents facts, data, or information about a specific topic or subject. It is meant to inform or educate the reader rather than entertain.
Nonfiction - Writing or literature that is based on real events, people, or ideas and presents factual information or recounts true stories. Nonfiction works include biographies, historical accounts, scientific texts, and more.
Subgenre - A subcategory or specialized branch within a larger genre of literature, music, film, or other forms of art. It further classifies works based on specific themes, styles, or characteristics within the main genre. For example, within the fiction genre, subgenres can include mystery, fantasy, dystopian, etc.
In which subgenre would you be most likely to find an argumentative text?
biography
informative nonfiction
narrative nonfiction
autobiography
In the subgenre of informative nonfiction, you are most likely to find an argumentative text.
Please write or type the definitions of each word below.
Central Idea - __________________________________________________
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Summarize - ______________________________________________________
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Summary - _________________________________________________________
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Central Idea - The main concept, message, or theme that is the primary focus of a text or piece of writing. It represents the main point or purpose that the author wants to convey to the reader.
Summarize - To briefly and concisely retell or present the main points or key elements of a text or piece of writing. It involves condensing the information or content into a shorter version while still capturing the main ideas and essential details.
Summary - A concise, condensed version of a text or piece of writing that captures the main points, key ideas, and important details. It provides a brief overview or synopsis of the original work without including all the supporting details.
When you tell someone what a text is about in your own words, you are _____________________________. (p 2)
A good summary includes the ____________________ ________________. (p 2)
A summary is ___________________ and __________________________ . (p 2)
A summary simply presents _________________________ about the text. (p 2)
When you tell someone what a text is about in your own words, you are summarizing it. (p 2)
A good summary includes the main ideas or central points. (p 2)
A summary is concise and condensed. (p 2)
A summary simply presents key information about the text. (p 2)