Theme

What is a theme?

• a story line

• the topic/subject

• a universal truth about life and people

• the time and place of an event

What is one way you could figure out the theme?

• Skim through the story

• Think about what the character has learned

• Just read the beginning of the story

• Just read the end of the story

Which theme best describes stories that have characters who respect and accept others' differences and beliefs?

• Acceptance

• Courage

• Perseverance

• Cooperation

Which theme best describes stories that have characters who have the strength to overcome a fear or accept a risk?

• Acceptance

• Courage

• Perseverance

• Cooperation

Which theme best describes stories that have characters who never give up even when facing difficult times?

• Acceptance

• Courage

• Perseverance

• Cooperation

Which theme best describes stories that have characters who trust each other and never turn their backs on their friends?

• Honesty

• Courage

• Loyalty

• Cooperation

Which theme best describes stories that have characters who find that it is best to always tell the truth?

• Honesty

• Courage

• Loyalty

• Cooperation

Which theme best describes stories that have characters who work together to solve a problem or achieve a goal?

• Honesty

• Courage

• Loyalty

• Cooperation

Which theme best describes stories that have characters who want to make those who are suffering feel better?

• Honesty

• Kindness

• Loyalty

• Compassion

Which theme best describes stories that have friendly characters who are generous and considerate of others?

• Honesty

• Kindness

• Loyalty

• Compassion