Plot Elements Guided Notes
Presto - Short Film
Seventh Grade by Gary Soto
Plot Elements with Short Films
Overview
This is a lesson to help students identify plot elements in different texts. It is designed for 7th grade students in the ELA classroom. The graphic organizer on the Google Slides helps the students stay organized and provides a visual of plot diagramming. The short film is funny and engaging for the students.
Instructions
In this lesson students will learn about plot elements and practice analyzing a text for the different elements.
Step 1 - Provide the guided notes for the students so they can be knowledgeable of the terminology.
Step 2 - Students will analyze a short film for the different plot elements. Explain that this will lead to analyzing a short story for plot elements next.
Step 3 - Watch and discuss the first short film, Presto. Model to the students how to analyze the different sections to correctly complete a plot diagram.
Step 4 - Watch another short film (select one of your choice) and allow students to work with a partner, while observing the students and checking for understanding.
Step 5 - The third short film (your choice) provides students with the opportunity to complete the assignment independently. This will provide the data on who has a solid understanding of plot elements and who needs more instruction.
Step 6 - Read the short story 7th Grade by Gary Soto. While reading, discuss the different plot elements. Model to students how to analyze the text for meaning and allow students to participate while using the new academic vocabulary.