Original PromptStory Structure
LEARNING OBJECTIVE
After rereading and discussing a model of close reading, students will be able to analyze how a particular sentence or chapter
fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of theme, setting, or plot.
STANDARDS
Instruction:
SC-ELA: SC.ELA.6.AOR.1.1, SC.ELA.6.AOR.5.1
Application:
SC-ELA: SC.ELA.6.AOR.1.1, SC.ELA.6.AOR.5.1, SC.ELA.6.OE.2, SC.ELA.6.OE.5, SC.ELA.6.C.8.1 Introduce the Skill
As a class, watch the Concept Definition vid...
This resource focuses on the concept of story structure, exploring how authors strategically organize the events of a plot to develop key elements such as setting and theme. The learning objective is to analyze the relationship between different parts of a text and how they contribute to the overall narrative. The resource includes activities such as class discussions, vocabulary matching, observation challenges, and guided practice to deepen students' understanding of narrative frameworks. Students reflect on their favorite stories, identify structural cues through annotations, and discuss how the arrangement of events shapes character dynamics and creates tension. Through critical thinking exercises, they are encouraged to observe dialogues, foreshadowing, and the effects of temporary resolutions to enhance their analysis of storytelling techniques.