Story Elements

Front

What is the lesson, message, or big idea the author wants readers to learn?

Back

Theme

Front

What is the problem or challenge the main characters face?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the term for where and when the story takes place?

Back

Setting

Front

What do we call the people, animals, or creatures in a story?

Back

Characters

Front

What are the pieces or parts that make up a story called?

Back

Story elements

Front

What is the sequence of events in a story called?

Back

Plot

Front

What is the term for the outcome or conclusion of a story?

Back

Resolution

Front

What do we call the perspective from which a story is told?

Back

Point of view

Front

What is the term for the struggle between opposing forces in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the main idea or focus of a story called?

Back

Main idea