ISEE Primary 2 Reading

ISEE Primary 2 Reading focuses on developing foundational reading skills through engaging texts and comprehension exercises.

Understanding Main IdeasFinding DetailsMaking Predictions
Understanding Author's PurposeSequencing EventsDrawing Conclusions
Reading Signs and LabelsFollowing Written InstructionsSharing Stories with Others
Using Context CluesAnswering Multiple Choice Questions
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Basic Concepts

Finding Details

What are Details?

Details are the little pieces of information that tell us more about the main idea. They are like the leaves and branches of our tree, adding color and life!

Types of Details

  • Who is in the story?
  • What happened?
  • Where did it happen?
  • When did it happen?
  • How or why did it happen?

How to Spot Details

  • Look for words that describe, explain, or list things.
  • Pay attention to what the characters do and say.
  • Notice facts or examples that support the main idea.

Why Details Matter

Details help the story make sense. They help us picture what’s happening and understand the story better.

Examples

  • In a story about a trip to the zoo, details include the animals seen and the weather that day.

  • If the main idea is 'Sam builds a snowman,' details might be 'He used a carrot for the nose' and 'He wore red mittens.'

In a Nutshell

Details are the important facts that support the main idea.

Key Terms

Detail
A small fact or description that gives more information.
Support
To help or explain the main idea.
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Making Predictions