Story Retell

When telling about details, what is a good way to retell?

• Well, the story is about...

• The beginning, middle, end..

• The only thing I liked...

• Once upon a time...

What are three parts to the 5-finger retell?

• Settings, Characters, Details.

• Settings, Characters, Fluency.

• Setting, Characters, Vowels.

• Characters, Purpose, Consonants. 

Telling about the beginning, middle and end, I could use the words...?

• The only thing there was

• Last, there was

• First, Finally

• First, Next, Then, Last

Who is the main character?

Where does the story take place?

What is the main character's problem?

What are the important events that lead to the resolution or conclusion?

What does the problem look like at the end of the story?

At the beginning of the story, Grace... (choose 2)

• was nervous that she might not get elected.

• thought that becoming President would be easy.

• was upset that no girl has ever been President.

• tells Same to vote for her.

In the middle of the story, Grace... (choose 2)

• was not worried about winning.

• gave speeches at recess.

• was mean to Thomas.

• promised the students "no bullies," "no littering," and "no more fishstick tacos."