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Skill library: Plot

Welcome to the Storyworks Skill Library! Use the video below to introduce what plot is to your students. Then have them practice the skill on a story of their choice with our guided interactive activity.

 

Essential Question: How can knowing the parts of a plot help you better understand a story?

What is a Plot?

Learn how to find the plot of a story.

Guided Interactive Activity

Use this interactive slide deck to guide your students through a learning journey all about identifying the plot of any Storyworks story.

Need a Printable PDF?

Download this evergreen activity to practice identifying the plot of any Storyworks story.

Top stories for teaching

Plot:

FICTION The Day the Worms Moved In Nothing terrifies Maddie more than worms. How will she deal with 1,500 of these creepy, slithery creatures in her garage?
PLAY The Snake-Haired Monster Most people stay as far away from Medusa as possible. Perseus isn’t most people.
PLAY The Curse of Winter Why do we have seasons? A Greek myth offers an ancient explanation!
FICTION The Last Tigers The year: 2050 The threat: A new virus The mission: To save the big cats before it’s too late
FICTION How to Make S'mores An outdoor education trip helps Raniya get a different taste of her new country
FICTION Squeak Twice for Yes Is Brian's dog trying to tell him something?