Finding Theme in Literature
aligned to 6.rl.2.2
Learning Objective
I can determine a theme of a literary text.
Lesson Flow
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Understanding theme | Reading | Khan Academy
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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 a little deeper.
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Themes are universal, meaning anyone can relate to them, and they can often be discovered by asking big questions about what the characters learned and how they changed.
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In the story of Anansi, a theme could be that anyone can have a good idea or that wisdom is inside all of us.
Practice
3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“What is one possible theme of the Anansi the Spider story described in the video? Explain your answer using evidence from the story.”
Teacher Guide
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