Coat of Kindness

Students read a heartwarming story about generosity and empathy, then write one sentence that states the central theme of the passage. By focusing on the story’s message rather than its events, learners practice distinguishing between plot and theme. The passage encourages moral reflection, teaching how kindness and compassion can bring warmth beyond physical comfort. This activity supports both reading comprehension and social-emotional learning.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Identifying Central Themes in Narrative Texts

English Language Arts – Analyzing Moral and Emotional Lessons

English Language Arts – Writing Concise Interpretive Statements

Social-Emotional Learning – Understanding Empathy and Compassion

This worksheet is part of our Central Themes collection.