Climbing Plot Mountain: How to Teach Plot Structure so Even THIRD Graders Can Understand!
Plot structure. Something that is so complex, and is taught every. single. year. Regardless of how old your students are, they will get some version of plot structure every year they are in school. As it becomes increasingly familiar, it becomes less of a focus. However, even 3rd graders can understand the nuances of plot structure, and yes, even say the “fancy” terms for each of the parts of our “plot mountain.” AND it can be done in less than…