Course description
Review types of Literary Text and see strategies for teaching students how to determine the theme in a story.
Theme is the story’s message or lesson. After a demonstration, participants have time to practice with the “theme” graphic organizers. This module includes specific strategies for teaching English Learners how to determine the theme in a story.
The Reading Comprehension series includes nine modules with targeted strategies to teach students how to manage their reading. The modules can be used in any order.
Use the Facilitator Guide for the list of stories to use with the practice activity.
Developed by: Kathleen M. Lord, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Literacy Education, Department of Teaching and Learning, SUNY New Paltz