Identify and explain the stated or implied theme of a literary text. 0601.8.15

Links verified on 6/27/2014

1. 101 Common Book Themes - examples of themes
2. Common Themes in Literature - list of a few common themes in literature
3. Determine the theme of a story - Video lesson
4. How Can I find the Theme of a Text - Slideshow of this theme
5. How to Find the Message or Theme of a Poem - Knowing how to read a poem and where to look for themes and meaning can help make reading poetry and writing about it less intimidating.
6. The Literary Element of Theme - overview of theme
7. Setting Plot and Theme - lesson and quiz
8. Theme - lesson and activity on how to find themes
9. Theme - Lesson plan; what is the lesson, moral, or message that the author feels that you should learn by reading this story?
10. Themes, Patterns, and Symbols - Lesson plan; can adapt this plan with any book.
11. Writing about Theme - lesson plan - format could be adapted to another story

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