Setting the Scene
Examining where and when stories take place and how the setting influences the plot.
Key Questions
- How would the story change if it happened in a different place or time?
- How do illustrators help us understand the mood of a setting?
- What clues in the text tell us about the world the characters live in?
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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