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History of Candy Canes Summarising (Upper)

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Overview:

A text-based activity where students identify the main idea and supporting details of a passage about the history of candy canes. Designed for upper years students.

Learning Objectives:

Identify the main idea and supporting details of a nonfiction text.
Develop summarising skills to condense information effectively.
Enhance reading comprehension and critical thinking.

How the Activity Works:

Students read a passage detailing the history of candy canes, including their origins, evolution and significance. They identify the main idea of the text and list key supporting details in a structured format. This activity provides a practical and engaging way for students to practise summarising nonfiction texts while exploring an interesting festive topic.

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