Often we read for information about
how to do something: how to put together a bike, how to fill
out a job application, how to make a pizza, how to operate
a video game, how to build a computer, how to pass a driving
exam. Here's a fun activity you can do with a neighbor you
are babysitting. First read the directions in P is Paper
Tops. Click on the book icon
to the right and open the passage.Keep the tips about
summarizing in mind.
Reading "how to" directions is a bit different
than reading an article. Still, you are reading for information.
The formatting of the text is important, as well as the headings.
Read the headings first. Usually in "how to" make
or bake directions, there are materials listed, followed by
a step by step process.
Use these questions as you work on this multiple choice question.
Does this summary statement . . .
state the main ideas of a text passage?.
present information that is clear and concise
(brief)?
focus only on information (main
ideas) from the text?
follow the sequence of events in the text?
just include the facts and avoid interpretations
or judgement?
Question:
What is the best summary of this passage?
Yes
No
Maybe
Answers
A.
You can make these fun, colorful, spinning tops with just
a few materials, in just a few minutes, using just a few measuring
and twisting skills.
B.
You can choose the color and shape of your top,
so every top can be different.
C.
All you need is glue and paper strips to make these durable
spinning tops.
D.
You'll have lots of friends when you make these cool spinning
tops.
Is your answer A, B, C or D? Check for the correct answer.
Ready for writing one more short answer? Let's
do it!
