Author:
Katie Miraglia
Subject:
Literature
Material Type:
Lesson Plan
Level:
Upper Primary
Grade:
3
Tags:
  • Theme
  • License:
    Creative Commons Attribution
    Language:
    English
    Media Formats:
    Text/HTML

    Identifying Theme

    Identifying Theme

    Overview

    Storyies always have a message that the author is trying to share.

    What is the theme?

    What is the theme of this story?

    Use the anchor chart to evaluate the story and find the theme. 

    It was Peters first day at a new school. He was nervous to meet the kids in his class. After saying goodbye to his parents the teacher showed him his desk. He sat down next to another boy who was talking with the girl in the desk behind him. At recess Peter did not know anyone to play with. Instead he just kicked around a rock and watched the other kids play. Alex noticed that Peter was alone. He told his friends that they should invite the new kid to play tag with them. They agreed and asked Peter to play. Peter was shy at first but then had fun playing the game. After school Peter told his mom all about his fun first day of school. 

    What is the theme of this story?