Determining the Theme of a Story, Play or Poem RL.5.2

by Dragon's Den Curriculum

Price: 350 points or $3.5 USD

Subjects: ela,reading

Grades: 5

Description: Determining Theme in Stories, Plays, and Poems | RL.5.2 Aligned PowerPoint | No-Prep & High Engagement Tired of the eye rolls when it's time to teach theme? Make learning how to determine the theme of a story, play, or poem fun with this engaging Boom Card resource—perfectly aligned with Common Core standard RL.5.2 and designed with 5th graders in mind! From mysteries to science fiction, fantasy, and realistic fiction, this resource offers a variety of high-interest passages that keep students focused and invested. Whether you're teaching whole-group, reviewing in small groups, or assigning independent practice, this no-prep resource makes theme analysis accessible, interactive, and exciting. ⭐ What’s Included: A no-prep resource aligned to RL.5.2 Passages from multiple genres: mystery, sci-fi, fantasy & more Questions designed to help students identify theme clearly and confidently High-interest content with a variety of literary styles Visuals and layout that keep students engaged Skills Covered: Determine the theme of a story, drama, or poem Summarize the text with a focus on theme Use key details to support theme identification ✨ Make teaching theme stress-free and student-approved with this RL.5.2 Boom Card Deck—the perfect way to bring meaning and engagement back into your reading block!