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1st Grade Main Idea Reading Passages

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The Busy Beaver

1st GradeMain Idea

Beavers work hard. They cut down trees with their teeth. They build dams in the river. This makes a safe home for their family.

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Comprehension Check

1. What is the main idea?

Beavers work hard to build homes.
Beavers have teeth.
Rivers have water.

Key Concepts

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