What is the definition of characters in a story?
The people in the story
Define Setting
Where the story takes place
Define Plot
What is happening in the story.
Define conflict
Problem in the story
Define theme
Author's message
Who were the characters in Jumanji?
Peter, Judy, Mom, Dad, Danny, Walter
What is the setting of Jumanji?
Their house, the park and in the game.
What are the three spots in the story we talk about when discussing Plot?
Beginning, middle, end
What is the conflict in Jumanji
The board game and the animals in their house
Explain the theme of Jumanji
Work together OR Read all instructions
Who were the characters in Detective LaRue?
Ike the dog, cats, Mrs. LaRue, Ms. Hibbins, the police
What is the setting of LaRue Detective?
Snort City, the park, pet store, police station
What is the plot fo Jumanji?
Beginning- find the game
Middle- Animals show up in the house
End- Judy wins the game, and Danny and Walter are seen with the game.
What is the conflict in LaRue Detective
Ike goes to jail when he was innocent
Explain the theme of LaRue Detective
Never Give up!
What are character traits?
Tells you what the character is like; could be physical traits or emotional traits.
BONUS: Give an example of a physical and emotional character trait.
Explain the setting:
In the country, on a farm with a house
What is the Plot of LaRue Detective?
Middle- Ike breaks out to find the canary burglars
End- Ike is considered a hero for "saving them"
How do you know their is a conflict in a story?
There is something to overcome, or someone has a problem
Why is the theme important?
What is the difference between a main character and a supporting character?
Main characters are the most important in the story, while supporting characters help move the story along.
What is the setting of the IDR book you are reading this week?
Answers will vary
What is the most important part or turning point in a story?
CLIMAX
What is a conflict you have had lately?
Answers will vary
he white horse gleamed in the sunlight. No one could believe it was the same horse that had wandered into the stable with a matted mane and tail, and covered in mud. Only Fran had looked at the poor creature and seen what it had the potential to become.
What is the theme?
Don't judge a book by it's cover. Beauty is only skin deep. Everyone deserves a chance.