1. A Wrinkle in Time
Chapter 1
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2. I. Science Fiction- genre of fiction in which the stories often tell about science and technology of the future
II. Fantasy- genre that uses magic and other supernatural phenomena as a primary element of plot

3. Think-Pair-Share
Turn to your partner. What elements identify A Wrinkle in Time as science fiction?

4. III. Theme- underlying central idea or generalization it communicates about life A. expresses the author’s opinion B. raises questions about human nature C. meaning of human experience

5. Check for Understanding and Guide Practice
With your group come up with a theme that you might find in a book, story, or movie. How would you plan a party around that theme? Example: Choose a theme we might find in a book? What decorations might we have? What music might we listen to? What movies might we watch? Food?

6. Closure
Parking Lot- Take a post-it note and answer the question. After you are finished, write your name on it and stick it to the write board.
In your own words, define theme?
Homework:
Read Chapter 2