The legend of rock paper scissors5/25/2023 ![]() ![]() You can skip his Q&A interview at the end and use just the six-minute clip between 0:45 and 6:45:Īfter the viewing, give students a few minutes to write two possible theme sentences. In this Storytime Video on YouTube, Daywalt delivers a real-aloud complete with charming character voices. ![]() No need to buy a copy because Daywalt has generously shared his work online. It’s a delightful story and an easy way for our high school and middle school students to practice theme. This week, one of my library friends showed me Drew Daywalt’s delightful book, The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors, and it started my brain spinning. Want a free set of slides to help you teach theme? Check out this earlier blog post: A strong theme, the backbone of an analysis essay, includes a bold opinion that two reasonable people could debate. ![]() ![]() New to teaching theme? Remember, theme is more than just one word instead, it’s a message the reader can pull out of the work we’re studying and support with evidence from the text. This week, I found a fun, quick supplement to add to that routine. Early in the year, it’s wise to use shorter pieces, like short stories, to teach the basics of theme before we launch longer works of literature. In order to grow more comfortable and confident when discussing theme, students need lots of practice. ![]()
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