Original PromptCreate a worksheet to structure an objective summary that includes a theme about social class in "The Stolen Party" by Liliana Heker for 7th grade students. The worksheet should teach and use the "Somebody, Wanted, But, So, Then" strategy for writing a summary of a story. The summary should start with the theme statement.
This resource focuses on the theme of social class as explored in Liliana Heker's short story 'The Stolen Party'. Students will learn to identify and analyze the social dynamics present in the narrative, particularly the divide between Rosaura, the daughter of a maid, and her wealthy friend Luciana. Through various activities, including drafting a theme statement, mapping the story using the SWBST strategy, and summarizing key elements of the plot, students will deepen their understanding of how social class affects relationships and perceptions. The resource encourages critical thinking about character interactions and the implications of social status, culminating in a reflective extension activity that challenges students to consider the fragility of social boundaries as depicted in the story.