What is Theme?
Grade 3 · ELA · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can figure out the big idea or message (theme) in a story.
Warm-Up Video
Unknown Channel · 5:00
Fun Animation Showing How to Identify a Theme within a Story
Practice Questions
6 questions · Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Imagine a story about a cat and a dog who are best friends even though they are very different. What could be a theme of this story? Imagine a story about a kid who is scared to ride a bike but then learns and has fun. What could be a theme of this story? Imagine a story about some kids who help each other clean up a park. What could be a theme of this story?”
Teacher Guide
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