#Basic elements of a story anchor chart full
#Basic elements of a story anchor chart series

#Basic elements of a story anchor chart full

OK, this lengthy video is for teachers only, but it’s full of amazing info. Using Video To Teach Elements of a Short Story (for Teachers) Like other Khan Academy videos, the animation is simple but effective.

Explore how and why their actions are vital to a good story. Identifying characters is only the start. Setting is a lot more than just where the story takes place, and this video really makes that point. The hip-hop style of this Flocabulary video will grab learners right off the bat.

#Basic elements of a story anchor chart series

If you like this intro video, find the rest of the free lessons in this series here. Pixar paired up with Khan Academy to teach kids about storytelling. Pixar in a Box: Introduction to Storytelling They can watch at their own pace, taking notes as they go. This is one of the longer story element videos, and it gives students plenty of useful information. Take a trip to Plot Mountain with this cute song! We love this for upper elementary kids, who might just want to sing along. The second half allows you and your students to determine the story elements on your own. The first half of the video lays out the map. See a plot map in action with entertaining Pixar shorts. Follow it up with the next video, which shows a story map in action. Learn a story map with this video from Khan Academy.

Kids will learn they need to read all the way through before they can identify theme. This engaging watch focuses on theme in a way that’s terrific for older elementary students. Students often struggle to understand theme.

There’s no talking, just informative text presented in an engaging way. Short Story ElementsĪssign this video to upper elementary and middle school students for a deeper dive into story elements. Then, write your own tale! This one’s best for younger elementary students, and you can get a free printable on the YouTube page. Learn how you can determine story elements from an illustration too. Stories Are Like TacosĪuthor and teacher Matthew Landis breaks down story elements in a truly delicious way! Middle school students will really get into this one. It’s repetitive, but that helps kids learn important terms they need to know. Here’s another catchy tune to explore story elements.