1. it’s the main idea, only with a different name
Central Idea
it’s the main idea, only with a different name

2. main focus idea reason central goal point task purpose topic Write!
Write down anything you know about the words below
main
focus
idea
reason
central
goal
point
task
purpose
topic

3. Central Idea 6th grade ELA is fun Mrs. Johnson is funny
We get dance breaks
6th grade ELA is fun
I get to read my own book
I have friends in class

4. a definition please
Central Idea…
the focus, topic, or point of a text

5. Practice! Read the passage, identify the central idea
Dolphins are mammals that live in the ocean. Mammals are different than fish, reptiles or birds. As a mammal, dolphins breathe oxygen, even though they live in water. Because they are mammals, a dolphin mother gives birth to a live baby, unlike reptiles and birds who lay eggs. A dolphin mother also feeds her baby milk like other mammals.

6. support please! YOU MUST BACK UP YOUR CENTRAL IDEA
Just like with inferences, you need evidence or support to show that your ideas make sense
What was the central idea for the dolphin passage?
What supports that central idea?