Identifying the Theme

Reading in English

Low Int

All ages

Grades 4–9

In this lesson, students will learn how to identify the theme of a piece of writing. They will answer questions about other literary elements to determine the theme. This lesson includes comprehension questions, vocabulary practice, and an assessment.

This lesson uses fables as a source to practice finding the theme. The fable called "Old Gwilym" is about a man who spends his money at a pub. Teacher discretion is advised.

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Focus

academic

reading

fiction

fables

theme

characters

interpretive

productive

assessment

Vocabulary

human condition

plot

character

harsh

protagonist

sum up

behave

conflict