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In this engaging finding theme analysis activity students create a brochure showcasing their understanding of a major lesson/message they believe has developed throughout the text. Included in this resource are two brochure options: bi-fold brochure or a tri-fold brochure. Rubrics are also included!
RESOURCE BREAKDOWN
TWO Brochure Options: Bi- Fold OR Tri-Fold which include:
1. Planning Sheet
Students review the difference between a theme topic (main idea repeated throughout the text that is usually one word) and theme statement (sentence stating the message/lesson the author tries to teach the reader through the theme topic).
Students choose a theme topic and then use a guideline to create a theme statement. Students then identify events and characters that relate to the theme statement.
2. Student Directions
Directions for both the bi-fold and tri-fold option are given. Students include information such as:
- Events and characters related to the theme topic or theme statement
- Explanations of how events and characters help to develop the theme
- Create a symbol they feel best represents the theme
- Evidence from the text to support their analysis
3. Rubric
A rubric both the bi-fold and tri-fold option are given. Grading criteria includes cover page, content pages, events, characters, symbols.motifs, visual images and creativity!
FILE FORMAT
File Type: PDF
Editable: No
Total Pages: 15
Content Pages: 5