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Story Seeds Adventure

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Sarah Peters

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Story Seeds Adventure Lesson Plan

Enable students to develop unique narratives by cultivating initial 'story seeds' into complete stories, enhancing creativity and collaborative skills.

This lesson nurtures imagination, reinforces narrative structure, and builds teamwork, giving students the skills to express diverse perspectives in their storytelling.

Audience

Middle to High School Students

Time

45-60 minutes

Approach

Engage, collaborate, and expand story ideas.

Materials

Story Seeds Adventure Lesson Plan, Slide Deck, and Activity Worksheet

Prep

Lesson Preparation

10 minutes

  • Review the Story Seeds Adventure Lesson Plan and related resources.
  • Prepare a slide deck highlighting narrative structure and example story seeds.
  • Print or digitally distribute the activity worksheet to all students.

Step 1

Introduction and Brainstorming

15 minutes

  • Introduce the concept of 'story seeds' and discuss how small ideas can develop into full narratives.
  • Use the slide deck to showcase examples of story seeds and their growth into complete tales.
  • Facilitate a brief brainstorming session where students jot down their own story seeds.

Step 2

Collaborative Story Building

20 minutes

  • In small groups, have students share their story seeds and choose one to develop further.
  • Encourage discussion on narrative structure: beginning, middle, end.
  • Guide students to collaboratively expand the story through dialogue and creative input.

Step 3

Sharing and Reflection

10 minutes

  • Invite each group to share their developed story with the class.
  • Discuss the different narrative approaches and the variety of perspectives shown.
  • Encourage feedback and reflection on the storytelling process.
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Slide Deck

Welcome to Story Seeds Adventure

Plant your ideas and watch them grow into amazing stories!

Introduce students to the lesson and set the tone for creativity. Encourage them to embrace unique ideas and think outside the box.

What is a Story Seed?

A small idea or spark that can grow into a complete story.

Examples:

  • A mysterious object found in an old attic.
  • A chance encounter on a train.
  • An unexpected message in a bottle.

Explain what a story seed is and discuss how a small idea can develop into a full narrative. Use the slide deck to show examples.

The Structure of a Story

Every story has:

• Beginning: Introduces characters and setting.
• Middle: Builds up conflict and develops the plot.
• End: Resolves the conflict and concludes the story.

Review narrative structure with the students. Encourage students to think about the beginning, middle, and end while brainstorming.

Collaborative Story Building

In your groups:

  • Share your individual story seeds.
  • Choose one idea to develop together.
  • Discuss and build a narrative using the structure discussed.

Demonstrate the collaborative aspect of the lesson. Briefly explain how groups will work together to develop their stories.

Sharing and Reflection

Groups will share their developed stories with the class.

Reflection points:

  • What narrative structures worked best?
  • How did collaboration shape the story?

Set up for the sharing session, inviting groups to present their stories and provide feedback to one another.

Keep the Story Growing!

Your ideas have the power to blossom into beautiful narratives.

Keep exploring, writing, and sharing your unique stories.

Wrap up the session with a motivational message and encourage students to continue developing their storytelling skills beyond the classroom.

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Activity

Story Seeds Activity

Welcome to the Story Seeds Activity! This worksheet will help you develop your creative ideas into complete narratives. Follow the steps below and use the space provided to brainstorm, structure, and collaborate on your story.

Step 1: Plant Your Story Seed

Every great story starts with a small idea. Write down your story seed—a simple idea or spark that could grow into a full story. Think of it as the first seed planted in your creative garden.

Prompt: What is your initial story seed? It can be a mysterious object, an unusual event, or a unique character encounter.

Your story seed:










Step 2: Grow the Idea

Now, expand your story seed. Think about the places, characters, and situations that could emerge from this small idea.

Guiding questions:

  • Who is involved in your story? Who might be affected by this event or idea?
  • Where and when does your story take place?
  • What conflict or challenge might arise?

Notes for your story expansion:










Step 3: Structure Your Story

A well-structured story has a beginning, middle, and end. Use the following template to outline your narrative:

  • Beginning: Introduce your characters and setting. What is happening at the start?
  • Middle: Describe the conflict or challenge that develops. How do your characters react?
  • End: Resolve the conflict. What is the outcome? How do your characters change?

Outline your story:

Beginning:





Middle:





End:





Step 4: Collaborative Brainstorm

In this part of the activity, you will work with a small group of classmates. Share your story seeds and ideas with one another. Use this space to take collaborative notes or feedback that might help improve your narrative.

Group Discussion & Notes:










Step 5: Reflection

Reflect on your creative process and what you learned about building a narrative from a small idea. Consider the following:

  • What did you find most challenging about expanding your story seed?
  • How did collaboration help you refine your idea?
  • What narrative structure worked best for your story?

Your reflection:










Now that you've completed the activity, be ready to share your developed story with the class and discuss what you've learned.

Happy storytelling!

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