Power notes help you know the differences between main ideas and detail notes (supportive information). Power notes are used in organizing your reading, writing, and studying.
Power 1 = Main Idea
Power 2 = Detail or supportive information for Power 1 above.
Power 3 = Detail or supportive information for Power 2 above.
EXAMPLE:
There are many different types of animals on Earth. Dogs, so called
"Man's best friend," and cats, are only two domestic
animals found in homes today.
Of the dogs of the USA, two favorites are the Collie and the German
Shepherd. These two breeds of dog are found all over the country.
Cats are also popular in many households. Two of the most popular
breeds of cats are the Siamese and the Calico.
Power 1: Animals
Power 2: Dog
Power 3: Collie
Power 3: German Shepherd
Power 2: Cat
Power 3: Siamese
Power 3: Calico