Universal Theme in "The Old Grandfather and His Little Grandson" and "The Wise Old Woman," Pt. 1

Objective: SWBAT -

1. identify theme in a text.
2. use a graphic organizer.

• I can identify theme in a text.
• I can use a T-Chart.
• I can read grade-level text.
• I can make predictions before reading.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
What was the theme of the "Old Grandfather and His Little Grandson"? What do you think "The Wise Old Woman" will have in common with that story?  What will be different.

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Whole-Class & Small Group Reading of "The Wise Old Woman" (Pg. 466)

• Ubasute "The Old Woman Abandoning Mountain" Historical Background Information
• Create a T-Chart Comparing Theme
• Answer Universal Theme Questions