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Two-Column Notes for Plot & Conflict Resolution

This strategy helps students with a story's plot development and resolution by using a graphic organizer. This organizer uses two columns. The first column lists the following story elements; setting, characters, problem(s), event(s), and resolution. The second column is for the students to complete using information from the story.
  1. The teacher introduces the graphic organizer.
  2. The students read an assigned story.
  3. The students complete the two-column notes using their knowledge of the story.
  4. The students share and discuss their notes with the class.
  5. The students may add illustrations.

Reference
Santa, C. (1993). Pegasus: Teacher implementation guide for grade 4. Dubuque, Iowa: Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company.

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