Conner and the Winged Horse – A warrior's story.
Elements of Fiction – The is a pre-reading activity for students.
The Origin of the Green Ninja – The world always needs another ninja and another story of ninjas.
The Smash-up – We look at the perspective of two different drivers that are in a car accident between the two of them.
Literary Elements: Character – We look at the importance and value of a character.
Literary Elements: Setting – How does the setting affect what you think about the characters?
Crossing the Thames without the Aid of Bridge, Boat or Balloon – Discuss how the narrator and point of view affect the plot of the story.
The Hunt – How does the point of view of this story affect your understanding of the theme?
Book's Setting – Think about the book you have just read. Then fill out the chart to analyze how the setting shapes the other aspects of the story.
Was it the First Turtle? – How is the theme of the story interwoven with the character of Turtle?
The Interaction of Elements of Fiction – Then, on the next page, outline briefly how you think that these three elements might combine to create a plot. Include at least 3 events in your plot.
The Effect of Setting on Story – The novel Dracula tells the story of Count Dracula trying to move from Transylvania to England in search of new blood.
A Boy Among the Indians, As Told By Himself – Read the beginning of the story. On the next page, fill out the organizer, then discuss the interactions between literary elements.
The Interaction of Elements of Fiction – Three major elements of fiction are characters, setting and conflict.
Marty Michelson Always Gets the Best – Marty Michelson was used to having the best.