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2. Elements of a Story - Plot & Setting [Sem2]

This document outlines a unit on storytelling elements, focusing on plot and setting, to help students create their own children's stories. It emphasizes the importance of understanding how these elements function within narratives and encourages analysis through examples like short films. Students are prompted to reflect on their favorite stories and brainstorm ideas for their own writing assignments.

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2. Elements of a Story - Plot & Setting [Sem2]

This document outlines a unit on storytelling elements, focusing on plot and setting, to help students create their own children's stories. It emphasizes the importance of understanding how these elements function within narratives and encourages analysis through examples like short films. Students are prompted to reflect on their favorite stories and brainstorm ideas for their own writing assignments.

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Elements of a Story

Introducing the Unit Assignment &


Discussing Plot and Setting
Creating a Children’s Story: Foundations of Language
In this unit, we will explore the different elements of effective
storytelling. Through the use of examples, including short stories and
films, we will identify what makes a good story. We will learn about
plot, setting, character, conflict, themes and morals, among other
elements of stories.

Studying these elements will allow you to gain an understanding


of how the stories we enjoy are structured. It will also prepare you for
the Unit Assignment, which will involve you using these elements to
create your own childrenʼs story.
Elements of a Story
Let’s begin with a brief overview of some important story elements…
Elements of a Story

We will be discussing each of these elements as we progress


through the unit. Today, we will be taking a closer look at plot
and setting.

As we look at each example, I would like you to be thinking


about how each element is presented. You should also be
thinking about how these elements are presented in your own
favourite stories.
Elements of a Story
Reviewing the Plot Graph
The Plot Graph - 6 Elements of Plot
Alternative Plot Graphs?
Alternative Plot Graphs?
Alternative Plot Graphs?
Alternative Plot Graphs?
Elements of a Story
Understanding Setting
What is Setting?
The Where and When of a Story
Setting tells the reader information about where and when the story
takes place. It gives the reader context about the story: Where do the
characters live? What are their surroundings/environment like? What
time period does the story takes place in? etc…
Setting can also provide clues about the characters or plot of a story.

The reader/viewer might have specific expectations based on the


chosen setting. For example: A story with a fantasy setting might
involve knights in armour, wizards, or a heroic quest.

On the other hand, we can usually expect a story set in a modern city
in the year 2025 to have characters that belong in that context.
In some stories, the setting is used simply as a framing
device to let the reader know what type of story they can
expect to encounter (e.g., modern or historical, wilderness
or city, etc).

In other stories, the importance of setting is much more


pronounced. The setting might play a crucial role in the
plot, or conflict, of the story.

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E.g., Dune or
The Hunger Games
When performing any kind of literary analysis, we
should be considering the following questions about
setting:

● How does the setting affect plot?


● How does the setting affect the tone of the story?
● How does the setting affect the conflict?
Plot & Setting
Review
Think about the settings of “Fear of
Flying.ˮ

How does the setting (and changes


in the setting) affect the plot?
“Soar” - Reviewing Setting and Plot
“Soarˮ is a short film by Alyce Tzue.

We will rewatch the short one more time and think about the
setting and plot elements. After the film, will discuss these
elements as a class to review both plot and setting
“Soar”
Letʼs discuss what we just watched!

Plot:
What exposition are we provided with in the first minute of the short film?

What is the inciting incident/conflict?

Describe the rising action. How does this portion of the plot build suspense?

What is the climax of the story?

How does the story resolve? Is it a satisfying ending? Why or why not?
“Soar”
Letʼs discuss what we just watched!

Setting:
What is the setting of “Soarˮ?

How does the setting affect the plot?

How does setting affect the tone of the story?

How does the setting affect the conflict?


Think, Pair, and Share!
Take a moment to think about the plot and setting of “Soarˮ and
“Fear of Flying.ˮ

What similarities did you notice? What are the differences?

Pair up with a desk partner (or work in a group of three) to discuss


your thoughts! You will have 5 minutes to talk about the similarities
and differences between the two short films.

After our five minutes, we will come back to a class discussion and
share our ideas.
Letʼs take a closer look at “Fear of Flyingˮ and “Soarˮ and see what we notice about the
setting and plot:

“Fear of “Soarˮ
Flyingˮ
Reflect and Think Ahead!
Think about what youʼve learned today about Setting.

What are the settings like in stories you enjoy? What kind of
setting do you want to read about or write about?

Begin to brainstorm ideas about the setting of the childrenʼs story


you will be writing.

Make sure that you write down your ideas, so you will remember
them when the time comes to write your story!
To Do List
● Are you caught up on the Plot /
Transition Work?
● Did you write your “Letter to Mr. Bellˮ
and submit it on Google Classroom?
● Have you spent some time
brainstorming potential setting ideas
for your Childrenʼs Story
Assignment?

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