What is Theme?

Unlock the secrets of literary theme! Learn to find the hidden message in any story.

Watch this 2 minute video to remind you how to find theme. There will be questions about the video below! (click the play button to hear directions in this entire sheet) The theme is the message or lesson in a story. True False Not the answer Love, friendship, and family are examples of- theme topics plots Read this passage, or click the play button to listen. Use "The Recital" to answer this question:What is the best theme for this passage? It takes a lot of practice to play the piano. Kara practiced a lot and did well. Persistence pays off. Read the passage, or click on the play button to listen. Use "Want to Race?" to answer this question.What is the best theme for this passage? You can't buy friends. The early bird gets the worm. Cheaters never win. Sort these words into the correct category: theme, topic, or conflict. Theme If you lie all the time, no one will believe you when you tell the truth. Don't judge a book by its cover Slow and steady will win the race. Together, we can do anything. Try new things. You might like them! Topic Love Friendship Family Happiness Conflict Ellen worries that she won't pass her math test. Joe and Jeff get into a fight in the cafeteria. Mia goes for a walk and gets trapped in a huge thunderstorm. You've been invited to a Quizizz game Go play this Theme Quizizz to practice. Click on the picture.