Tier 1

Overall Task: You are going to create a childrens story! Now that we have learned about all
the elements of a plot, you are going to apply your skills in a creative, unique way. You will
follow the steps below, and then you will use Book Press or an app of your choice (teacher
approved) to put together your story! We will share these stories with a third grade class at
Union Ridge School.

1. Think of a protagonist and antagonist . Describe them in as much detail as you can.
Remember to add details about what the character looks like, says, does, thinks/feels, and
what other characters think of him/her!
Protagonists Name: ____________________ Antagonists Name: ____________________

2. What kind of conflict does the protagonist face? What is the resolution ?

3. What is the theme the reader learns from your story?

4. What is the setting of the story. Remember to be specific!
Time Place

5. Examples of Similes, Metaphors, Personification or Imagery you will provide in your

story:
Example Literary Device Used

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5. The title of my story is: _________________________________

6. Type a rough draft. Due BY:

7. Complete the self-editing sheet. Due BY:

8. Have a peer edit your story (use peer editing sheet). Due BY:

9. Make revisions from your self-editing and peer editing. Due By:

10. Using an app of your choice, create a presentation to enhance your story. It should have
images, color, music if you wish, etc. When you share your story with the class during coffee
house, you will present the presentation.

11. Attend coffee house and enjoy some coffee, sweets, and stories!

12. Field trip to Union Ridge School!