Comparing Themes Across Texts
Write a comparative essay analyzing themes across two novels
Use textual evidence to support thematic arguments
Practice peer review and revision skills
“Iron sharpens iron; so a man sharpens the countenance of his friend.”
— Proverbs 27:17 (WEB)Just as this verse describes how friends help each other improve, peer review helps writers refine their work
Review essay planning steps from previous lesson. Remind students about thesis development and using textual evidence.
Model essay structure and demonstrate how to compare themes between two novels
Students write first draft of comparative essay with peer review
Simpler: Use sentence starters and graphic organizers
Challenge: Add additional layer of biblical theme comparison
Share brief insights from essay writing process
Dear God, thank you for giving us creativity to explore stories and understand deeper meanings. Help us learn and grow through reading and writing.
Coming up: Next week, we'll explore how themes reflect God's principles in literature
“Iron sharpens iron; so a man sharpens the countenance of his friend.”
— Proverbs 27:17 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Write verse on index card and illustrate its meaning
Students are learning advanced literary analysis skills by comparing themes across texts
Finding textual evidence and avoiding plot summary
Ability to make meaningful connections between texts