Walden Continued

August 28, 2017

E.Q: Identify themes in transcendental writing and connect it to real life.

Compare central ideas between Song of Myself and Walden.

Obj: I can identify themes in transcendental writing and connect it to real life. 

Compare central ideas between Song of Myself and Walden.

Starter: 

Complete the Theme Questionnaire as honest as possible. 

Vocabulary: 

Word: Central idea

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition:  the central, unifying element of the story, which ties together all of the other elements of fiction used by the author to tell the story.

Your Definition: 

Activity:  Describe the central idea of your favorite book, movie, TV show, etc.

Activity: 

1.  Theme

With a partner you will create a graphic organizer for Walden.

Main Topic

Walden

Sub Topics

Summary

Subject of Work (What is it about?)

Truths or Insights Learned

Theme Explained with Quote

Images

At least TWO images.

2.  Song of Myself and Walden Comparison

In a TPEQEQEA paragraph compare the central ideas in Song of Myself and Walden.

Closure: 

Explain whether or not you agree or disagree with the ideas in these two pieces.