Comics in the Classroom as an Introduction to Narrative Structure

In this lesson, students will use a comic-strip format for pre-writing to reinforce plot structure and create their own personal narratives. Students will learn to differentiate between random or background events and events that are significant to the plot of the story. Handouts and a virtual manipulative are included in this lesson.
Resource ID#: 31747 Type: Teaching Idea
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Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 4
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Overhead Projector
Instructional Time: 4 Hour(s)
Keywords: narrative writing, plot structure, comic strips, The Three Little Pigs
Instructional Component Type(s): Teaching Idea,  Worksheet,  Virtual Manipulative,  Assessment,  Educational Software / Tool,  Formative Assessment
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction
Resource Collection: General Collection

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