Finding a Theme

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In third, fourth, and fifth grades, the concept of theme moves through a specific set of understandings:

1.Finding the moral, or lesson.

2.Noticing how connected details or events support a theme.

3.Considering how a character responds to a challenge.

You can choose the template that matches your students’ present understanding.

1.Finding a Moral

2.Finding a Theme with Connected Details (umbrella)

3.Finding a Theme Through a Character’s Response to Adversity

Note: Different students will find different themes. Accept any responses that provide well-supported themes.