Teaching Story Elements and Strategies

Jessica Tobin introduces a new video series aimed at providing teachers with quick tips on various topics. This episode focuses on story elements, explaining their progression from kindergarten to fourth grade. She suggests mentor texts and presents three activities: using post-it notes, creating foldable paper activities, and group work. The video concludes with available resources and an invitation for feedback.

What is the main goal of Jessica Tobin's video series?

• To provide teacher tips in 12 minutes or less

• To review student homework

• To interview other teachers

• To discuss educational policies

According to Common Core, what is the focus for kindergarten and first grade regarding story elements?

• Identifying story elements

• Comparing story elements

• Writing their own stories

• Analyzing story themes

What do students in second and third grade focus on when learning about characters?

• Ignoring character emotions

• Comparing characters

• Identifying characters

• Describing character traits

Which book is suggested for teaching setting?

• Jamaica's Find

• Ruby Finds a Worry

• Where the Wild Things Are

• Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun

How can Post-it notes be used in teaching story elements?

• To write essays

• To identify characters, settings, and events

• To decorate the classroom

• To create art projects

What is a benefit of using foldable paper activities?

• They are only for advanced students

• They require expensive materials

• They are easy and quick for students

• They are difficult to create

How can group work be adapted during pandemic times?

• By canceling all group activities

• By using online tools like Flipgrid

• By ignoring social distancing

• By having students work in large groups

What resources does Jessica Tobin offer for teaching story elements?

• Pre-made units and digital activities

• Free textbooks

• Online tutoring sessions

• Classroom decorations