The document provides instructions for an activity where students will work in groups to analyze a fable and identify its theme. They will use a graphic organizer to examine story elements for clues about the fable's message or life lesson. Groups will then present their identified themes to share their analyses. The goal is to practice determining themes by looking at the morals in Aesop's fables as short tales originally meant to teach lessons. Future lessons will have students identify themes in other fictional works.
This presentation shows readers how to find the theme of a text. For a study guide for students, and stories and activities for finding themes, purchase my Teaching About Theme unit on TeachersPayTeachers:
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This presentation introduces point of view in stories. First person and third person are introduced, with review and questions. Suitable for students ages 8-12 or those learning English as a second language.
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This presentation shows readers how to find the theme of a text. For a study guide for students, and stories and activities for finding themes, purchase my Teaching About Theme unit on TeachersPayTeachers:
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Teaching-About-Theme-342213
This presentation introduces point of view in stories. First person and third person are introduced, with review and questions. Suitable for students ages 8-12 or those learning English as a second language.
Find more stories and activities for teaching point of view here:
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Exploring-Point-of-View-Stories-and-Activities-1632599
Teach students how to identify an author's purpose with this interactive presentation. Designed specifically for intermediate and middle school students.
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Teach students how to identify an author's purpose with this interactive presentation. Designed specifically for intermediate and middle school students.
Definition of nonfiction; types of nonfiction text; strategies for reading nonfiction; features and structure of nonfiction text...Contact me for original ppt slides; these are screenshot images to retain fonts & spacing during conversion/upload.
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Theme
1. Good vs Evil
Family
Theme
A Writer’s
Man vs Nature
Message
2. The Reader’s Job
Part of your job as a reader is to understand what a
writer is trying to say. Writers seldom come right
out and tell you, “Hey, reader, this is what I want
you to know.”
You need to make inferences and draw conclusions
about what the writer is trying to express.
dreams
3. Today’s Objectives
What we know: (Our Focus Skills) How to identify
Author’s Purpose and Perspective in a text. We are
familiar with Story Elements-setting, characters, plot,
conflict, climax and resolution. (Strategies) We are able
to make Connections, Infer ,and Evaluate when
reading.
What we will learn: How to identify the Theme-the life
lesson, moral or message in a story. (fable)
What we will do: Today’s Objective is HOT! You will
participate in an interactive PowerPoint and complete a
theme graphic organizer in groups to analyze the story
in order to identify the essential message or theme in a
fable. (I do…We do….You do!)
4. What is a Theme?
Theme: Life lesson, meaning, moral, or
message about life or human nature
that is communicated by a literary work.
In other words…
Theme is what the story teaches
readers.
5. Themes
A theme is not a word, it is a sentence.
You don’t have to agree with the theme to
identify it.
Examples
Money can’t buy happiness.
Don’t judge a book by its cover.
7. What is “The Big
Idea” of a work?
Themes are usually about Big World
Ideas like freedom, trust, friendship,
courage, family, nature, good vs.
evil, and so on.
8. Movies: What is “The Big Idea” for these
well-known story titles?
Shoulder Partners
• Beauty and the Beast •Harry Potter Series
• Where the Red Fern Grows •Peter Pan
• Cinderella •Finding Nemo
• Goldilocks and the Three Bears •Three Little Pigs
• Monsters, Inc. •Little Red Riding Hood
• The Little Boy Who Cried Wolf
9. Were you correct?
• Beauty and the Beast: Beauty
• Where the Red Fern Grows: Friendship
• Cinderella: Good vs. Evil
• Goldilocks and the Three Bears: Respect
• Monsters, Inc.: Helping Others
• The Little Boy Who Cried Wolf: Honesty
• Harry Potter Series: Good vs. Evil
• Peter Pan: Growing Up
• Finding Nemo: Growing Up/Honoring Parents
• Three Little Pigs: Planning Ahead
• Little Red Riding Hood: Strangers
10. What phrases Give Clues to “The Big Idea?”
Title: Follow the Trail
Far into the distance and to the very edge of the horizon was
a path cut out by wagon wheels. If you followed that path
you would find a land of gold and opportunity. This path was
hard to travel and had many obstacles along the way.
My travels have finally led me to my destination. Here I can
start a new life with my family. There will be no more dust,
no more danger, and no more aching muscles. I can finally
rest my head.
My big idea is that the story is about a journey.
11. What Do the Characters Say and Do
That Relate to the Big Idea of Journeys?
“We have passed the halfway mark. Soon we will arrive at our
new home,” father patiently explained.
“Will we have anyone to play with,” Amy asked hopefully.
“Yes, now climb back into the wagon and get ready to leave. We
have many more miles to travel today.”
Father took the horses reins into his hands and clicked his tongue
to make the horses begin walking. The wagon moved slowly
across the bumpy dirt path.
12. Decide What the Theme Is
Remember, the theme is not the topic of the work
but a point made about the topic.
It is a statement about life.
A good theme statement shows what lesson about
life is important to learn.
13. What Do the Clues We Found Tell Us
That Is Important to Learn About Life?
The clues talk about taking a journey, that the
journey is difficult, and that the traveler will arrive
at a destination with opportunities.
The author’s message may be that even if a journey is
difficult to take, there are rewards when you reach
your destination.
14. Identifying Themes
Themes are not explicit. (clearly stated)
Themes are implied. (something suggested
but not actually said) You will need to
INFER!
Themes are bigger than the story.
Big World of the Theme.
Small
Applies to the “Real” World.
World
of the
Story
15. Extract the“BIG Idea”
Don’t get hung up on the
characters and events
Think beyond the small
world elements to extract the
BIG World Lesson
16. Big Idea/Theme
Tim despised his old baseball glove.
He wanted to play with his new glove,
but he didn’t have any money, so he
decided to steal it. But when Tim got
caught stealing the glove, his parents
said he couldn’t play baseball ALL
summer!
What is the Big World Idea?
What is the Theme?
17. The Big World Idea=
Theme
The Big Idea is: Integrity
The lesson of the story is that if
you want something, you should work
for it.
18. Match the Topic With a Theme Message
Courage Revenge Jealousy Dreams
Be careful how you treat other people
because they may treat you the same.
revenge
____________
Face your fears and you can defeat them.
courage
____________
Do not wish for what others possess. Be
happy with what you have.
jealousy
____________
Work for what you want in life and you
can achieve any goal. dreams
____________
20. Identifying
THEME in a
Story
The theme of a Fable is its moral. The
theme of a Parable is its teaching. The
theme of a piece of Fiction is its view
about life and how people behave.
A good place to start when learning to
identify theme is to look at Aesop Fables.
These are short tales written long ago for
the purpose of teaching little morals, or
lessons.
22. Theme Activity
Move quietly into your groups of 3 and select a “Recorder.”
After receiving your text (fable) and Theme Worksheet
(Graphic Organizer) read silently-tracking your thinking
(Reread if you finish before your partners)
Complete the Theme Graphic Organizer together-share
ideas!
Raise your hands when you have finished. (the teachers will
circulate and provide you with a sentence strip-for sharing)
Meet with the same “Story Group” and share your Themes.
Make sure to explain your thinking- use HOT Questions to
guide your discussions if needed.
Groups will present “A Fable a Day-will teach us to Live the
Right Way!” We will take an assessment on Theme!
Future Lessons-Determining Theme in Fiction!
