Plan problems into narrative stories

Kid-created pieces often have characters who are walking and talking inside of detailed settings. However, they lack a plot! In order to have a plot, someTHING has to happen to someONE. This conflict is what makes a story engaging!

To ensure this necessary ingredient is part of your students’ writing, kick off a narrative unit with three pivotal points about developing a plot.

Duration: 3:35 | Grades K-12