- an opinion about life, human nature, or society that the writer shares with the reader
- usually not stated directly
- in sentence form
Theme Tips:
- Avoid using the generic "you"
- Theme statements should be generalized. Character names and specific settings are generally not found in themes.
Class Outline
- ISU reading/tracking sheets. Hand back stories.
- Think/Pair/Share: What is theme in literature?
- Look at earlier work that is starting to explore theme ("Test," "Bluffing," or tracking sheets) to discuss how it meets criteria of theme.
- Theme handout
- Read "The Forest of Odeo"
- Work through the steps to consider theme.
- If time: choose a short story or children's book and determine theme.
Homework: Finish reading story and make notes on theme for Wednesday.
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