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It is a message rooted in the text but relevant to a broader audience. The author reveals his or her opinion on a topic through a recurring theme in the text (e.g., “Good always triumphs over evil” is a theme; “Greek mythology” is a topic).
To supplement class discussion on theme with a more visual component, capture ideas on a whiteboard or display posters with relevant information. Provide options also in the way students report identified themes (through written notes, pictures, orally, etc.).
At this point in the unit, students should be familiar with the reading routine. Facilitate opportunities for students to vary the routine of their in-class reading (e.g., encourage them to switch their reading partner(s) or read independently in a new part of the classroom).
Assessment Guidance
Reviewstudents’giststatementsandQuickWritesastheyworktoidentifycommonissues. Use these common issues as teaching points in the whole group share-out.
Down the Road
In the next lesson, students will read from chapter 11 of The Lightning Thief. They will also generate discussion norms in preparation for the end of unit assessment, in which they engage in a Socratic Seminar focused on how Percy reveals his character through his actions.
In Advance
Prepare
– Sorting cards
– Determine Themes: The Lightning Thief anchor chart
– Thumb tacks and tape for Closing and Assessment A
Preread chapter 10 in The Lightning Thief to identify words or plot points that may challenge students.
Prepare copies of handouts for students, including entrance ticket (see Materials list).
Post the learning targets and applicable anchor charts (see Materials list).
Technology & Multimedia
This lesson contains several handouts. Provide these resources in a digital format, and allow students to use Read and Write for Google to interact with them and provide responses.
Vocabulary
misnomer (A) theme (DS)
Key
(A): Academic Vocabulary – Tier Two
(DS): Domain-Specific Vocabulary – Tier Three
ADVANCE COPY NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION
Unit 1: Lesson 12
