Recall, State, Support

Worksheet Description

The “Central Ideas” worksheet guides students in extracting the core message from a text through active engagement.

By recalling key words and concepts, students start by building their understanding of the content. They then craft a sentence encapsulating the central idea derived from their recollection.

The worksheet takes students a step further by prompting them to support their central idea with at least two specific details from the text. This not only reinforces comprehension but also encourages analytical thinking as they delve into the text to find evidence that underpins their central idea.

This holistic approach aids students in grasping the nuances of the text while honing their ability to discern main themes and substantiate them with textual evidence.