Daily Goals Content: Literacy: Social: We will understand the background and purpose of the Bill of Rights Literacy: We will read statements about the background and purpose of the Bill of Rights Study Buddies will find the main idea of each statement Social: We will stay focused and work hard with our Study Buddy We will ask questions when we are stuck We will contribute to class discussion

Focus Lesson: Finding the Main Idea A main idea is the most important thought. It topic of the paragraph. It uses supporting details or other information to help me better understand the Main Idea.

Focus Lesson: Finding the Main Idea How do I find the main idea of a paragraph? First, try covering up the paragraph or turning over your paper. Then ask yourself “What is it about?” Turn this thought into a sentence.

Focus Lesson: Finding the Main Idea Your main idea should explain the most important idea about the topic. Think about terms and ideas that were mentioned often in the paragraph.

Focus Lesson: Finding the Main Idea Finally, if you are absolutely stuck, look at the first and last sentences for a hint.