Characters/Setting
when and where a story takes place
setting
Jerry grabbed his coat and gloves. As he walked out the door, his cheeks and nose felt like ice. He wished that he would have remembered a scarf! What season is it?
winter
What is a theme?
The story's lesson, central message, or moral.
the people, animals, or creatures in a story
character
Elena's feet felt the hot sand as she made her way toward the water. She was lugging along her bucket, towel, and shovel. It was going to be a fun day! Where is Elena?
the beach
How does a reader figure out a story's theme?
Example: Think of how the character overcame the problem in the story and discover what lesson they learned in solving it.
adjectives are used to describe this about a character
the character's traits
Veer slammed the book shut and crumbled up his math paper. "Ugh!" He exclaimed. How does Veer feel about math?
It's challenging/hard.
What is a theme in The Three Little Pigs?
Hard work pays off.
You can trust family.
the name for a character that is the "bad guy"
antagonist
The new student never turned on the microphone during a Google Meet. When called upon, his heart started pounding out of his chest as he gave the answer. How does this student feel about speaking in front of others?
He is very shy. He gets nervous.
What types of stories include talking animals and always end with a moral
fables
The name for a character that is the "good guy"
protagonist
"Almost done!" Mom exclaimed. "Now we just have to put the icing on top when it cools." Emma was so excited to have a slice, but knew that good things come to those who wait. What is Emma waiting to do?
Eat a piece of cake
What is a theme in Goldilocks and the Three Bears?
Think of how your actions will affect others.
Don't use things without permission.