1. Aim: Can I identify Theme in literature? Do Now: Quote of the day
September 19th, 2016
Aim: Can I identify Theme in literature?
Do Now:
Quote of the day
It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light.
-Aristotle Onassis

2. What is Theme?
A message or a lesson the author wants a reader to learn from the story.
COMMON THEME TOPICS
Ex: Friendship
Love
Courage
Loyalty
Betrayal
Honesty
Family
Loneliness
Selflessness
Hope
Determination
Growing up

3. Use a TOPIC to compose a THEME STATEMENT:
a general statement that can be used for other stories.
.no "plot" or "characters"
.it is universal
Example: Friendship can lead to happiness. This theme works for both "Finding Nemo" and "Toy Story".

4. Use a TOPIC to compose a THEME STATEMENT:
YOUR TURN
Use a TOPIC to compose a THEME STATEMENT:
Determination is the biggest key to success.
Happiness is only real when it is shared.
Love, when taken to extremes can be either positive or negative.

5. Common Themes in The Pigman
Loyalty Family
Love Loneliness
Trust Maturity
Loss Friendship Betrayal