Finding Theme in Literature
7th Grade45 min
Learning Objective
I can develop a thesis statement that identifies a theme in a literary work.
Lesson Flow
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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A theme is an important idea that is woven throughout a story; it is not the plot or the summary, but something deeper.
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Themes are universal, meaning anyone can relate to them, and they often answer a question the story is trying to explore.
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A theme of the Anansi story could be that anyone can have a good idea or that wisdom is inside all of us.
Practice
9 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Write a thesis statement that identifies a theme of the Anansi story. Remember, a theme is a message or lesson about life that the story teaches.”
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