What does it mean?
When Kiki got a tiny cut on her pinky finger, she got all melodramatic and began sobbing and demanding a doctor.
Exaggerated, over the top response
The people in a story
Characters
Where is the story set, and who is in it?
The Secret of the Hidden Treasure
In a small town, three friends named Mia, Jake, and Sam loved going on adventures. One sunny afternoon, they discovered an old map in the attic of Mia's house. The map hinted at a hidden treasure located in the nearby forest. Excited, they decided to follow the clues. As they ventured deeper into the woods, they encountered challenges like crossing a narrow river and solving a riddle carved into a tree. However, when they reached the spot marked on the map, they found a locked chest but couldn’t figure out how to open it.
Feeling frustrated, the friends began to argue. Jake wanted to give up, while Mia insisted they keep trying. Sam suggested they work together and recall the clues from the map. After discussing their ideas, they realized that the riddle they had solved earlier contained the key to the lock. Using teamwork and patience, they managed to unlock the chest, revealing not just gold coins but also a letter that spoke of friendship and adventure. They learned that the real treasure was their bond and the fun they had while solving problems together.
Small town - Mia, Jake and Sam
Your teacher is checking in with you about your weekend. They've asked what you did, and now they are quiet. What could you say next?
How was your weekend?
A friend texted you, "Can we meet at the movie theater instead of the bus stop?" But you don't have any plans with them.
What is the problem? What could you say?
Grandpa didn't know that Suzie was coming along on the fishing trip, and now he had to alter his plans.
to change
The time and place a story takes place
Setting
What did the friends find, and where?
A map in the attic of Mia's house
A coworker is complaining about how rude your boss was to them. Your boss is in the next room.
How do you keep the conversation going?
I'm sorry that happened, maybe you could talk to them. (Change the subject?)
You are confused about the expectations for a group project, and your peers are intent on goofing off.
What is the problem? What could you do in this situation?
As Tommy walked home with the money he had stolen in his pocket, powerful feelings of remorse bubbled in his stomach.
Feeling of regret
The sequence of events in a story, including action, problem and resolution.
Plot
What challenges did the group encounter during their adventure?
Crossing a river, solving a riddle, found a locked chest, frustration, remembering the clues
Your parents are checking in about school, and you're uncomfortable because you haven't gotten your work done. You want to yell and get out of the conversation. Instead you could say...
I'm really frustrated. I'm having a hard time with X.
A grocery store clerk accuses you of stealing a candy bar and asks you to empty your pockets.
What is the problem? What should next steps be?
When the other moms heard about how Charlene had won the baking contest, her email box was flooded with inquiries for her award winning recipe.
Asking for information
The central problem in a story, or struggle that drives the story forward
Conflict
Tell me the story from start to finish.
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Name three ways you can keep a conversation going
Ask a question about the topic, make a comment about the topic, share a personal experience related to the topic
You are at a concert and looking for a spot to put your blanket. You see one with a good view of the stage. You put your blanket out (and move other people's stuff).. you realize some other people are giving you dirty looks.
What is the problem? How can you respond?
Everyone else at the party wanted garbage pizza except Tim, because he detested vegetables.
To dislike intensely, hate
The perspective from which the story is told, such as first person, third person etc.
Point of view
What is the real treasure found in the story?
Share a time that you've had to work hard to keep a conversation going.
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You're feeling anxious and upset. You say something mean to your sister, which makes you feel a little better bit better.
What is the problem? What are next steps.