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The Anatomy Of A Story: Story Structure Lesson PlanThe Anatomy Of A Story: Story Structure Lesson Plan
Publisher
K20 LEARN
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9th - 11th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Duration
4 days
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Year
2022
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Language
English, Spanish
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The Anatomy Of A Story: Story Structure

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  • The Anatomy Of A Story (.pdf)
  • Narrative Rubric (.pdf)
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  • Handout 1 - English (.docx)
  • Handout 1 - Spanish (.pdf)
  • Handout 1 - Spanish (.docx)
  • Handout 2 - English (.pdf)
  • Handout 2 - English (.docx)
  • Handout 2 - Spanish (.pdf)
  • Handout 2 - Spanish (.docx)
  • Handout 3 - English (.pdf)
  • Handout 3 - English (.docx)
  • Handout 3 - Spanish (.pdf)
  • Handout 3 - Spanish (.docx)
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  • Handout 4 - Spanish (.pdf)
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Somebody. Wanted. But. Then. Introduce your classes to the structure that supports stories with a lesson that teaches readers how to identify the four basic components writers use to craft their tales. After identifying these elements in the story "The Poor Hungry Wolf," individuals craft a personal narrative demonstrating what they have learned about story structure.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

elements of a short story, short stories, narrative structure, setting, plot, characterization, protagonists, antagonists, literary themes, conflict, archetypes, narratives, internal conflict, external conflict

Instructional Ideas

  • Post the figure outlines around the classroom, conduct a gallery walk, and have classmates leave sticky notes with comments 

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires copies and a roll of paper large enough for all class members to trace themselves on a piece for the project

Pros

  • Links are provided to explanations of the learning strategies used in the lesson
  • Includes a rubric for the narratives

Cons

  • None

Common Core

W.9-10.1.a W.11-12.1.a

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