Explore Story Elements Through Mentor Texts!
Teach Story Elements & Social-Emotional Learning with Mentor Texts!
In this video from the Little Tales, Big Feelings playlist, we explore how to teach story elements—characters, setting, plot, point of view, conflict, theme—using the bilingual book Sticky Hermana. Students will learn to describe characters, map plots, and discuss themes like sibling love and personal space, while building writing craft and SEL skills.
✅ What You’ll Learn:
- How to break down story elements in engaging ways
- Creative activities for character descriptions and plot mapping
- Strategies to connect writing craft with social-emotional learning
- Mentor text examples to inspire lessons
🎯 Perfect for:
Elementary teachers, librarians, homeschool parents, and literacy coaches looking for interactive, meaningful activities.
📚 Resources & Handouts:
Find guides and activities at https://anafiction.com
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