Teaching themes
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Patricia Hodgkinson saved to Teaching themes
Teaching theme is not an easy task! Not only do students need to have a strong comprehension of the story's elements (like plot, setting, and characters), but they also have to be able to make inferences to find the author's message, since most themes are not overtly stated by the author. So, what are some of my favorite activities for helping kids understand theme? I'll list a number of them here. 1. Make an Anchor Chart Anchor charts are a great way to make learning visual and to have a…

Vicki Gibbs saved to English
Including mini-lessons on theme and ways to assess students' understanding.

Tracie Ryndak-Harberts saved to Theme
This collection of mentor text recommendations as lesson plan ideas make teaching theme a breeze, and makes learning theme meaningful!

Melanie Amos saved to 4th Grade
Upper elementary tips and resources for teaching main idea vs. theme. Includes anchor charts, sorts, and discussion questions.

Erica Dalley saved to Anchor charts
Teaching Theme Anchor Chart - Click through to get great ideas for teaching theme in the upper elementary classroom. You'll see anchor chart inspiration, a FREE anchor chart download, book suggestions, tips, activities, ideas, and more. Great for the 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade classroom or homeschool. Mastering this reading strategy will be easy after this blog post! (third, fourth, fifth, sixth graders, freebie, Year 3, 4, 5, 6) #YoungTeacherLove

Kristine Nannini saved to Reading
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Alyssa Connell saved to client
Upper elementary tips and resources for teaching main idea vs. theme. Includes anchor charts, sorts, and discussion questions.

Jenny @ Luckeyfrog Learning saved to Reading
Tons of tips for teachers to help the "readling relationship" between parent and child. Plus a handy parent brochure for reading with their child, perfect to pass out at a Meet-the-Teacher-Night or parent - teacher conferences. From The Thinker Builder

Laura Candler saved to Homeschooling Resources