Lesson Plan
Main Idea Detective Lesson Plan
Luis will identify main ideas and supporting details in a nonfiction passage using tactile activities and color coding, gradually increasing his independence.
This lesson builds core comprehension skills and supports Luis's sensory learning needs, ensuring he feels confident while trying out new reading strategies.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation for Lesson
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Vocabulary Preview
5 minutes
Step 2
Guided Reading and Tactile Exploration
20 minutes
Step 3
Independent Practice and Wrap-Up
5 minutes

Worksheet


Activity


Lesson Plan
Main Idea Detective - Advanced Exploration Lesson Plan
Luis will deepen his ability to identify main ideas and supporting details by engaging with more complex texts and collaborative discussions in two new sessions.
These sessions build on his prior learning, enhancing critical thinking and communication skills while increasing his independence and confidence in analyzing texts.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation for Both Sessions
10 minutes total (5 minutes per session)
Step 1
Session 1: Main Idea Detective - Advanced Exploration
35 minutes
Step 2
Session 2: Main Idea Detective - Cumulative Review & Application
35 minutes

Slide Deck
Welcome to Advanced Exploration
Key Vocabulary for Today's Passage
Understanding Sentence Structure
Let's Practice Together!
Reflect & Connect

Activity


Slide Deck
Welcome to Your Cumulative Review!
Review: Key Vocabulary
Color Coding Recap
Interactive Activity: Identify and Explain
Reflect & Celebrate Your Learning!

Game


Reading

