Pick the Topic Sentence
Read the details. Circle the best topic sentence for them.
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How to do it
- Read the three details.
- Read the choices.
- Circle the sentence that tells what all the details are about.
Teaching tip
The best topic sentence fits all three details, not just one. This sheet is aligned with Common Core W.2.2.
About this worksheet
Groups of details with three possible topic sentences. One is too small, and one is off topic.
What kids practice
A paragraph is a group of sentences about one idea. Second graders learn to start with a topic sentence that tells what the paragraph is about, add details that tell more, and end with a closing sentence. Many teachers use a hamburger: the buns are the topic and closing sentences, and the fillings are the details.
Watch for
- Starting with a detail instead of a topic sentence.
- Adding a sentence that's off the topic.
- Stopping without a closing sentence.
It's free to print, with an answer key. See the full paragraphs with a topic sentence guide for 2nd grade.
