Story Element

The people or animals in stories

• Details

• Problem/Solution

• Characters

• Plot

The events that happen in a story. There is usually a problem and a solution.

• Plot

• Main Idea

• Setting

• Theme

The conflict in the story and the way it was solved

• Problem/Solution

• Main Idea

• Plot

• Setting

Which of these could be the setting of a fairy tale?

• a king and queen 

• people change as they get older

• a faraway castle

• a wicked witch puts a curse on a princess

The people in a story are called the ...

• personages

• characters

• actors

• stars

Erica had been studying for her history test for weeks, so she could get a high score.  She woke up the morning of the test with a fever and chills.  She was going to miss the big test. 
Which story element is being described?

• character

• problem

• solution

Caleb was a class clown.  He always called out in class.  He cracked jokes when the teacher was talking.  He even made funny noises with is lips. 
Which story element is being described?

• setting

• problem

• character

Jake's mom looked everywhere for her car keys.  They weren't in her purse.  She didn't find them on the dining room table.  She even looked in the laundry room.  Where could they be?  
Which story element is being described?

• setting

• problem

• solution

Conner didn't care that Sienna didn't play baseball like he did or play video games.  He enjoyed spending time with her playing board games or acting out plays.  He treated her with kindness and respect.  
Which story element is being described?

• character

• problem

• solution

Zach was late for baseball practice.  He quickly changed his clothes and grabbed his bag and jumped into the car.  He arrived to the field and realized his glove was not in his bag!  
Which story element is being described?

• setting

• problem

• solution