Theme Analysis: Raymond's Run
This 1-page packet helps 7th graders analyze the theme of "Raymond's Run" by examining protagonist Squeaky's character development through her interactions with others. It includes a graphic organizer to support close reading and analytical writing.
“create a process grid for the story Raymond's Run from Common Lit 360 to focus on the learning target 'students will determine a theme by analyzing how a protagonist changes through interactions with secondary characters'”
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet after students have read "Raymond's Run" to focus on theme development.
- Discussion question: How does Squeaky's relationship with her brother Raymond influence her actions and beliefs?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide sentence starters for the graphic organizer or allow students to work in pairs.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask students to compare the theme in this story to another text they have read.
- Estimated time: 30-45 minutes.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet after students have read "Raymond's Run" to focus on theme development.
- Discussion question: How does Squeaky's relationship with her brother Raymond influence her actions and beliefs?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide sentence starters for the graphic organizer or allow students to work in pairs.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask students to compare the theme in this story to another text they have read.
- Estimated time: 30-45 minutes.
Theme Analysis: Raymond's Run
This 1-page packet helps 7th graders analyze the theme of "Raymond's Run" by examining protagonist Squeaky's character development through her interactions with others. It includes a graphic organizer to support close reading and analytical writing.
What is Diffit?
Teachers use Diffit to get quality materials for their unique classrooms. Adjust difficulty, add scaffolds, or change the topic to get started.
Try Diffit for free