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Implicit theme

implicit (understood)
Implicit themes are implied themes. Charlotte's Web: If two such
unlikely animals as a spider and pig can be friends, then so can
we. Even a Tempelton can be a friend to a degree. Friendship is
giving of ones self, as Wilbur did for the egg sac and devotion to
the babies. Best friends can do no wrong. Friendship is
reciprocal. Implicit themes are generally more specific
to an idea or part of
thehuman condition. They are the statement that is being made. They are
under the surface.

Explicit Theme
explicit (overt or stated)
Explicit theme is when the writer states the theme openly and
clearly. Charlotte's Web: friendship. Primary explicit themes are
common in children's literature, as the author wants to be sure the
reader finds it.
Explicit themes are easy to see theyare like Morals that we find in
Fairy Tales.

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