Summarizing
What is summarizing?
How do I summarize while reading?
- Underline a few key words in a paragraph that tell the main idea.
- Underline a single word that describes a key detail.
- Put in my own words what I have just read.
How do I summarize after reading?
- Put in my own words the main point.
- Tell the main details that support the main point.
- For fiction, tell the beginning, middle, and end of a story.
Now You Try!
Choose a reading selection.
As you read, use careful underlining or note-taking to identify the main idea and key details.
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After you read, summarize the article or story.