Spectrum(R) Reading for Main Ideas and Details in Informational Text teaches and reinforces essential reading comprehension skills for fourth-grade students. The book includes using text evidence to answer questions, draw inferences, find the main idea, summarize, and more. The Spectrum(R) Focus series provides targeted instruction and practice for the most challenging skills from current state standards for college and career readiness. Each title features resources to support in-depth learning for a specific math or language arts skill area. Designed for complete mastery, each title also includes a detailed reference and teaching section that explains the topic in detail, guided practice, independent practice, performance tasks, and a comprehensive assessment. Teachers, parents, and students will appreciate these essential tools for understanding the specific skills that add up to school success.