To find the main idea, we need to look at what the whole paragraph is mostly about.
The paragraph talks about Fluffy the squirrel and his home — a sturdy oak tree. It mentions:
- He lives in the tree.
- The tree gives him acorns to eat.
- The branches are good for jumping and playing.
- There’s a hidden hollow where he can store food and nap.
All these details show why Fluffy likes living in that tree. So the main idea isn’t just one thing like “he loves acorns” or “there’s a hollow.” It’s the big picture:
Fluffy is happy living in the sturdy oak tree because it gives him everything he needs.
Now, for supporting details — we pick two facts from the text that help prove the main idea. Good choices would be:
1. The tree provides lots of acorns for him to eat.
2. The tree has a hidden hollow where he can store acorns and take cozy naps.
These show how the tree makes him happy and comfortable.
Final Answer:
B. Fluffy is happy living in the sturdy oak tree
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of main idea third grade worksheet.
