Writing a Summary
Grade 4th Grade · ELA · 30 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can write a short summary of a story using key details.
Warm-Up Video
Miacademy & MiaPrep Learning Channel · 10:24
Summarizing - How To Summarize in Reading and Writing
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
A summary is a brief restatement of the main points of something you see, hear, or read.
- 2
An effective summary should be concise, focused on the main ideas, and objective.
- 3
When summarizing, address the five W's: who, what, when, where, and why or how.
Practice Questions
3 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Write a short summary of the story about the Mona Lisa painting. Include the main ideas and key details from the passage.”
Teacher Guide
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