Main Idea vs. Theme

What the story is mostly about is called...

She knew she would have to work hard, but Jana had always wanted to win the spelling bee.

Theme or Main Idea? No matter the circumstances, a true friend will always be there for you.

Never give up on something that is important to you.

The message, lesson, or moral of a story is called...

Even if someone has something else you want, you should still be thankful for what you have.

When Julia fell off the monkey bars and broke her arm, she was terrified to go to the E.R.

It was a rainy day, and mom had to get creative to keep the kids from getting too bored.