50 likes | 147 Vues
Enhance speaking and listening skills by reading with your partner, discussing themes in literature, and sharing notes. Explore the importance of themes in storytelling. Example from Harry Potter series provided.
E N D
Partners:1. Write one movie theme statement. Speaking and Listening Grade: 1. What is a theme? 2. Why does this literary term matter to you, as a reader?
Student Examples In the Harry Potter series, the conflict of personal self-protection versus acting for the good of the group (utilitarianism) is played out through the dilemmas Harry faces. Persistence and perseverance can overcome the greatest of obstacles, even when that obstacle is the fear and loathing Shrek’s face inspires in everyone he meets.