Point of View

Front

Kevin and Juno sit on a bench; he's a cat person, she's a dog person. They discuss their incompatible pet preferences, leading to a tearful breakup.

Back

3rd Person Objective

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

Front

Dew on grass dampened shoes; rhythmic footfalls matched breathing, focused on next step, soaring over sidewalks.

Back

1st Person

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

Front

Red observes Texas Joe's ghost sighting, feeling disturbed and skeptical.

Back

3rd Person Omniscient

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

Front

If confused in class, raise your hand for help while the teacher explains. They may offer a different explanation. If still unclear, ask for extra help after class. You are worth it; don't give up.

Back

2nd Person

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

Front

Jeremiah reflects on a game he could have won but dropped the ball. His coach reassures him about their great season, emphasizing that nobody's perfect.

Back

3rd Person Limited

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

Front

Suzie's experience applying lipstick and her feelings about it.

Back

3rd Person Limited

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

Front

April opened the escape hatch, afraid to jump as the airship sank. Vince, strapping on his parachute, realized his error and helped her with hers, feeling a bit better.

Back

3rd Person Omniscient

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

Front

As you buckle your seat belt, safety instructions are broadcast. A stewardess models actions. To your right, a rotund man snores, about to fall on you. To your left, a man with a Mohawk listens to loud punk music. You sigh and pull up your tray table.

Back

2nd Person

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

Front

Kiko sat on a park bench as a bus drove by, a woman with twins passed, and pigeons approached. She shooed the birds, read a newspaper, and then her phone rang.

Back

3rd Person Objective

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

Front

Narrative perspective: Stars burned brightly, cool breeze on skin, calm before school. Excited to see friends, especially her.

Back

1st Person

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.1.6