Theme vs. Main Idea

Students read a short narrative passage and distinguish between its main idea (what the story is about) and its theme (the lesson or message). Through guided questions, they explain both and clarify the difference in their own words. This worksheet enhances reading comprehension and literary analysis by connecting plot understanding to moral interpretation. It supports reflective thinking and clear written explanation.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Differentiating Theme and Main Idea

English Language Arts – Reading Comprehension and Literary Analysis

English Language Arts – Explaining Story Elements and Lessons

English Language Arts – Writing Evidence-Based Responses

This worksheet is part of our Central Ideas of Text collection.