Story Elements
The time and place that a story takes place
Setting
Dad is packing tents and outdoor supplies
We are going camping!
I carried my backpack and lunch box, and waved hello to the teachers.
School
The main problem or struggle
Conflict
I tied a worm to a hook and cast my line into the water
I am fishing
The spaceship landed with a thud, and we could see earth from the tiny windows.
A far away planet.
The turning point of a story
Climax
Cam was wearing rain boots, a thick rain coat, and a warm scarf.
We went on a class trip to visit statues, art, and reminders of the past.
We went to a museum.
The solution to the problem
Resolution
My mom's face was bright red and she didn't want to talk or be around anyone.
My mom is mad.
Emily is fanning herself to cool down. After three applications of sunscreen, she still felt like she was burning to a crisp.
present day, outdoors, summer
The people, animals, or others in a story
Characters
Sarah won student of the week in class.
Sarah made good choices in class.
John and his family were on their way to the West Coast when they came to a river. The oxen had to pull the wagon through the river, which made John very nervous.
1850, wagon, Oregon Trail