In this lesson, your students will explore the world through a variety of picture books. They will examine a variety of themes through each text that they read and determine any common themes among the texts.
Students will be able to identify themes in short picture books.
Students will be able to determine common themes.
Introduction
(10 minutes)
Tell the students that today they are going to review some common themes.
Remind students that theme is the message in a text.
Have students raise their hands to share some common themes in text. Some themes may include: Acceptance, courage, bravery, friendship, cooperation, kindness, loyalty, and perseverance.