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Plot Development

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Students identify the elements of plot and write a script with a strong plot.  In this plot lesson plan, students identify elements of plot in examples by completing a chart and a graphic organizer.  Students then create plots from given elements.

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plot, plot elements

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plot, english language arts
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Grade
8th - 10th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning

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