READING TIP for September

    Recognizing Story Elements

Most stories have five basic elements. Students (as early as kindergarten) learn to identify these five components.

Characters:  Every story has a main character.

Setting:  This is where the story takes place.

Plot:  The events that take place in the story. 

Problem:  Every story has a problem or conflict to solve.

Resolution:  The solution to the problem usually occurs at the end of the story.

Try using these words before, during and after reading with your child.  This will help your child better understand the story structure and improve comprehension.