Theme

Main idea is the same as theme.

• True

• False

Which of the following defines theme?

• The lesson or message of a story.

• Where the story takes place.

• What the story is about.

• What the characters are like.

Which of the following is an example of theme?

• Whales live in the ocean

• How Pixar movies are made

• Hard work pays off

• How plants grow

The main idea of a story is different from the theme. The main idea is usually stated, and theme must be _______.

• Guessed

• Inferred

• Asked

• Stated

Which question will best help you identify the theme of the story?

• What is an issue or idea that the author is trying to convey?

• Where is the setting?

• How long is the story?

• How many characters are in the story?

The theme statement should include characters' names.

• True

• False

Which of the following is an example of theme?

• Always carry your laptop with two hands.

• Life is short, make the most of it.

• You could hurt your leg if you don't look before crossing the road.

• Chuck learned to always listen to his parents.

In a spell of dry weather, when the Birds could find very little to drink, a thirsty Crow found a pitcher with a little water in it. But the pitcher was high and had a narrow neck, and no matter how he tried, the Crow could not reach the water. The poor thing felt as if he would die of thirst. Then an idea came to him. Picking up some small pebbles, he dropped them into the pitcher one by one. With each pebble the water rose a little higher until at last it was near enough so he could drink.

What is the theme?

• Always be honest.

• Be persistent.

• Respect your family.

• Share with others.

TV shows and movies can have a theme.

• True

• False

A toad and a lizard learn to get along while on a journey through the wilderness.

What is this an example of?

• Main idea

• Theme

• Plot

• Character