Reading and Discussing Short Stories with Kids

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Learning Objective

I can identify the theme of a short story and explain how it is developed through the plot.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 5 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. What is the main event that occurs in the story involving Emma and the thief?

2. Identify one theme that can be derived from the story. Explain your reasoning.

3. How does Emma's reaction to the thief contribute to the development of the story's theme? Provide specific examples from the story.

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