Compare and contrast stories

What do you call the events that happen in a story?

• contrast

• setting

• plot

• characters

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

This is when and where a story takes place.

• character

• setting

• plot

• compare

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

This is looking to find how things are alike, similar, or the same.

• contrast

• setting

• compare

• plot

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.K.3

This is to look at how things are different.

• contrast

• compare

• setting

• plot

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.K.3

The lesson the story tries to teach you is called ___________.

• plot

• setting

• theme

• character

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

In a small town surrounded by a dense forest, two friends, Mia and Jake, loved exploring the woods. They often packed a picnic and set off on their adventures, discovering new paths and hidden clearings. One day, they found a mysterious map that led them to a secret treehouse. Working together, they solved puzzles and unlocked the secrets of the forest. Their teamwork made the adventure even more exciting and strengthened their friendship.

What is the setting of this story?

• A big city

• A forest

• A treehouse

• A picnic

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.K.3

In a small town surrounded by a dense forest, two friends, Mia and Jake, loved exploring the woods. They often packed a picnic and set off on their adventures, discovering new paths and hidden clearings. One day, they found a mysterious map that led them to a secret treehouse. Working together, they solved puzzles and unlocked the secrets of the forest. Their teamwork made the adventure even more exciting and strengthened their friendship.

What is the plot of this story?

• Mia and Jake got lost in the forest

• Mia and Jake worked together

• Mia and Jake found a map of a secret tree house and unlocked the forest secrets

• Mia and Jake had a nice picnic in the forest and became friends

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Meanwhile, in a bustling city, two friends, Lily and Sam, were eager to explore their new surroundings. They decided to spend a day discovering the city's hidden gems. With a map in hand, they navigated through busy streets, visited museums, and tried new foods. Along the way, they met new people and learned about the city's history. Their adventure taught them the importance of teamwork and the joy of exploring together.

What is the setting of the story?

• The city museum

• Their new favorite food places to eat

• On a city bus

• In a bustling city

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.K.3

Meanwhile, in a bustling city, two other friends, Lily and Sam, were eager to explore their new surroundings. They decided to spend a day discovering the city's hidden gems. With a map in hand, they navigated through busy streets, visited museums, and tried new foods. Along the way, they met new people and learned about the city's history. Their adventure taught them the importance of teamwork and the joy of exploring together.

What is the plot of the story?

• Lily and Sam explored their new city with a map and discovered the city's hidden gems

• Lily and Sam tried all new restaurants and found their favorite one

• Lily and Sam made new friends at the museum

• Lily and Sam got lost in the city and found a secret map

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.5

Story 1

In a small town surrounded by a dense forest, two friends, Mia and Jake, loved exploring the woods. They often packed a picnic and set off on their adventures, discovering new paths and hidden clearings. One day, they found a mysterious map that led them to a secret treehouse. Working together, they solved puzzles and unlocked the secrets of the forest. Their teamwork made the adventure even more exciting and strengthened their friendship.

Story 2

Meanwhile, in a bustling city, two friends, Lily and Sam, were eager to explore their new surroundings. They decided to spend a day discovering the city's hidden gems. With a map in hand, they navigated through busy streets, visited museums, and tried new foods. Along the way, they met new people and learned about the city's history. Their adventure taught them the importance of teamwork and the joy of exploring together.

Compare the plots of each story.

• Both stories are about two friends who get lost without a map

• Both stories are about two friends who find something special

• Both stories are about two friends who use maps to find hidden locations around them

• Both stories are about two friends that end up losing each other

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.9

CCSS.RI.2.9

CCSS.RI.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.7

CCSS.RL.5.7