Story Elements

What are the five, key elements that make up a story? Use your resources to answer.

Metaphor and Simile

Define and give an example of a metaphor and a simile.

Novels

Tell me about the novel that your group is reading in second hour. Describe the characters, settings, events, and conflict/resolution. Do you like the book? Why or why not? In your opinion, what is the best book you've read so far this year?

Zack Beaver Journal 2

Cal's brother, Wayne, gets killed during the Vietnam War. Do you know of anyone in your family that died during this war or any other war?

Zack Beaver Journal Response

Why do you think Toby doesn't want to tell anyone the truth about when his mom is coming back? Would you?

When Zackary Beaver Came to Town

Describe the setting of this story. Who is Toby and where is his mother? Who is Cal and why does his brother write him once a week? Where does Zackary stay and why? What's so special about Zackary?

Context Clue Words

Tell me what context clue words are and how they help you.