Lesson vs. Subject

Students read a passage about teamwork and unity, then distinguish between theme (life lesson) and topic (subject of the story). By labeling statements as either a theme or topic, learners clarify the difference between a story’s focus and its underlying message. This analytical exercise builds foundational literary analysis skills and promotes critical thinking.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Differentiating Theme and Topic

English Language Arts – Analyzing Story Meaning and Focus

English Language Arts – Comprehension and Critical Thinking

English Language Arts – Identifying Universal Lessons in Texts

This worksheet is part of our Central Themes collection.