Point of View
Define point of view.
"the position from which something or someone is observed"
-Oxford Dictionary
Define theme.
The theme is the lesson or message that the author wants to teach the reader. The theme must be stated in a complete sentence.
Define main idea.
The main idea is the central, or most important, idea in a paragraph or passage.
Define social awareness.
Capital Village
Building strong relationships.
World
The ability to take the perspective of and empathize with others, including those from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Name some skills that will be targeted for growth in Humanities?
Writing
Reading
Speaking
Listening
Publishing
Critically Thinking
What is the point of view in the story, "Seventh Grade?"
3rd person
What is a possible theme in "Seventh Grade?"
Empathizing with others helps to build strong relationships.
Observing one's surroundings is a skill in being socially aware.
What is the main idea in "Seventh Grade?"
Victor attempts to build a relationship with Teresa during his first day of seventh grade.
Provide an example of social awareness from the story, "Seventh Grade."
In order to build a relationship with Victor, Mr. Bueller does not embarrass him in front of the class when he realizes that he cannot speak French.
While reading, I should...
Annotate
How does the reader know that the story is being told in the third person?
The use of third person pronouns and proper nouns inform the reader that the story is being told in the third person. (they, he, she, Victor)
How is the theme communicated in "Seventh Grade?"
Victor desires to be friends with Teresa. In order to be her friend, he observes her in order to find the right time to approach her.
Victor's teacher shows empathy towards Victor during class in order to build a strong relationship.
Why are titles important?
Titles usually give the reader a preview of the main idea of the text.
Name characters in the story who exhibit social awareness.
Mr. Bueller
Victor
Teresa
What is the purpose of having a daily learning target?
The learning target tells me what I am accepted to accomplish for the day.
Some parts of the story use the first person. Where are the shifts located?
The story shifts to first person in the dialogue.
What is a theme topic in "Seventh Grade?"
Social Awareness
How does the main idea differ from the theme?
The main idea does not teach a lesson.
How does social awareness benefit Victor?
Victor has a positive conversation with Teresa at the end of class.
I should always read the _____ so that I know what to do during each activity.
directions
Why is seventh grade told in the third person?
The narrator gives the reader an objective view. Providing an objective view gives the audience an opportunity to form their own opinions.
What action can the reader take to show understanding of the theme?
The reader can make changes in daily life to show that the lesson was learned.
How does the main idea support the theme?
The main idea is used by the author to teach the lesson.
Is social awareness a theme or theme topic? Explain.
Theme topic
Themes must must be expressed in a complete thought.
Why is evidence important?
Evidence helps me to support my ideas or thoughts.