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3.1 | Theme
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STEP 1 - LEARN View this presentation to understand the purpose of a theme and how it is developed.
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The theme sets the tone for the story of the year. THEME
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A good theme meets certain requirements. Recognizable Relevant Repeatable THEME
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The perfect theme concept inspires content. THEME
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Glenbrook South High School [IL ]
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A few words can set the tone for the theme and the story of the year. The overall theme concept spawns spin-off phrases. Direct spin-offs: Feature key words pulled directly from the theme statement Conceptual spin-offs: Rely on the concept introduced by the theme rather than on the words. VERBAL DEVELOPMENT OF THEME
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Graphics and colors convey feelings Think about the feeling you want to convey with your book and design around that. VISUAL DEVELOPMENT OF THEME
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Dos Pueblos High School [CA], St. Marks School of Texas [TX]
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Dos Pueblos High School [CA] ENDSHEETS
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OPENING PAGES Dos Pueblos High School [CA]
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COVERAGE Dos Pueblos High School [CA]
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COVERAGE Dos Pueblos High School [CA]
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DIVIDERS Dos Pueblos High School [CA]
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PORTRAITS Dos Pueblos High School [CA]
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CLOSING Dos Pueblos High School [CA]
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St. Mark’s School of Texas [TX] ENDSHEETS
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OPENING St. Mark’s School of Texas [TX]
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COVERAGE St. Mark’s School of Texas [TX]
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COVERAGE St. Mark’s School of Texas [TX]
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DIVIDERS St. Mark’s School of Texas [TX]
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PORTRAITS St. Mark’s School of Texas [TX]
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CLOSING St. Mark’s School of Texas [TX]
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STEP 2 - PRACTICE In groups, reference Start Right Handout 3.1 – Getting into the Swing of Themes to brainstorm theme ideas for your book. Brainstorm for 20 minutes Select a spokesperson from your group to present your ideas
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STEP 3 - USE As a class, select your 10 best ideas for further exploration and development.
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