Demonstrate how to track the elements of plot in a story. After watching you mark down the rising action, problem, climax, falling action, and resolution for Stone Soup by Jon J. Muth, pupils complete a graphic organizer for Sweet Clara and the Freedom Quilt by Deborah Hopkinson. For independent practice, allow class members to choose a grade-level book to chart. An example of the filled-out graphic organizer is included. View it by registering with the site.

Common Core

RL.4.1 RL.4.2 RL.4.3 RL.4.10 RF.4.4.a RF.4.4.c W.4.9.a L.4.4.a L.4.6