Main Idea:Sentences

Main Idea:Sentences

Reading Comprehension Skills

6 ratings
13 reviews
$6.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 26, 2014
  • February 28, 2025

Features

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About

This app helps children in grades 2-5 improve their reading comprehension by teaching them to identify the main idea of sentences. It uses a fun, game-like environment with step-by-step learning and a reward system to keep kids motivated.

Step-by-step skill building
Incremental learning with unlocked levels
Frustration-free guided learning
Engaging reward center
Parental review and reporting
Over 600 examples
Timed levels for fluency
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What's New in Main Idea

2.11

February 28, 2025

Keeping everything running smoothly!

User reviews

Using for dyslexic homeschooler

We are using this app for our 3rd grader. This is our first year homeschooling, and we're focusing on relearning basics that were never fully mastered in public schools. We have several other apps in the bundle but are going one by one through them. My student likes this app. I like the read aloud option for making the iPad read the text to him since he struggles with that area. We are seeing sequential gains in his reading comprehension. Thanks!
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Disappointed

I always hope to leave positive reviews for a company; however, my final rating will depend on customer service. I am a 4th grade ELA teacher; I use I-Ready Reading curriculum. I purchased the $35 app bundle with my own funds hoping to use this resource for centers. Unfortunately, the 4th grade bundle is useless to me. I skipped ahead to the apps' highest levels hoping for more rigorous content. I find that this resource is far to easy, even for students who receive accommodations. I have requested an exchange or credit from the company. I would re-purchase the product at a more challenging level.
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Response from developer

Now that we can reply via the app store (not possible until recently!), I just wanted to make sure that you got your refund after we gave you instructions for how to do it. Thank you for your feedback: Happy Frog Customer Care

Main idea

Love this app easy to use for all ages. Would recommend

Great App!

I'm a behaviour therapist and am always looking for fun apps to teach complex skills. Main Idea is toughy to teach, but this makes it fun and teaches the skill in a new way to promote generalization! I've only used the free app so far, so looking forward to seeing what the remaining levels have to offer :)
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Greatest app todate!

I use this app with my guided reading group and the variety in the bundle keeps them motivated and interested. Thank you again and again - you've got yourself a customer for life!!

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FAQ

What is Main Idea:Sentences?

Main Idea:Sentences is an educational app designed to help children in grades 2-5 develop their reading comprehension by teaching them to identify the main idea of sentences. It features a game-like environment with incremental learning and rewards.

Who is Main Idea:Sentences for?

This app is primarily for children in grades 2-5 who can read but struggle with understanding what they read. Beginning readers in earlier grades and children with special needs can also benefit from its targeted skill development.

How does Main Idea:Sentences teach reading comprehension?

It builds comprehension skills step-by-step until mastery through incremental learning, where new levels are unlocked only when the child is ready. The app also offers frustration-free guidance and a reward center to motivate users.

Does Main Idea:Sentences have ads?

No, this app does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application designed for focused learning without distractions.

What is the price of Main Idea:Sentences?

The 'School Edition' of Main Idea:Sentences is priced at $6.99 and contains no in-app purchases. A free version with 4 levels is available for evaluation.

How often is Main Idea:Sentences updated?

The app was last updated on February 28, 2025, indicating regular maintenance and potential feature additions. The latest version is 2.11.

What devices support Main Idea:Sentences?

Main Idea:Sentences is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

Can Main Idea:Sentences be used for multiple students?

Yes, the app provides extensive reporting for up to 10 students, making it suitable for parents, teachers, and therapists managing multiple learners.