Introduce storytelling concepts using picture prompts; students brainstorm ideas together.

1. Introduce storytelling concepts using picture prompts; students brainstorm ideas together.  
2. Guide students to create their own story on mystory.com with chosen characters and settings.  
3. Share stories in small groups; encourage feedback and celebrate creativity with a story showcase.  

# Storytelling Concepts Quiz

**Name:__________________________**  
**Date:__________________________**  

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**1. What is a picture prompt?**  
A) A type of book  
B) An image that inspires a story  
C) A character in a story  
D) A kind of music  

**Answer: ___________________________________________**  

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**2. Which of the following is NOT a part of storytelling?**  
A) Characters  
B) Setting  
C) Colors  
D) Plot  

**Answer: ___________________________________________**  

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**3. How can brainstorming help in storytelling?**  
A) It distracts from the story  
B) It helps generate ideas  
C) It makes the story longer  
D) It complicates the story  

**Answer: ___________________________________________**  

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**4. What should you think about when creating a character?**  
A) Their favorite color  
B) What they will wear  
C) Their personality and goals  
D) How they look in pictures  

**Answer: ___________________________________________**  

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**5. Why is the setting important in a story?**  
A) It tells us about the characters  
B) It gives a place and time for the story  
C) It determines the story's length  
D) It describes the colors in the story  

**Answer: ___________________________________________**  

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**6. What is the main purpose of storytelling?**  
A) To put people to sleep  
B) To entertain and communicate ideas  
C) To teach math  
D) To show pictures  

**Answer: ___________________________________________**  

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**7. When using a picture prompt, what is the first thing you should do?**  
A) Start writing the story  
B) Analyze the picture  
C) Show it to your friends  
D) Draw your own picture  

**Answer: ___________________________________________**  

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**8. What does the plot of a story include?**  
A) The colors used in illustrations  
B) The sequence of events that happen  
C) The names of the characters  
D) The setting details  

**Answer: ___________________________________________**  

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**Answer Key:**

1. B  
2. C  
3. B  
4. C  
5. B  
6. B  
7. B  
8. B  

### Lesson Plan: Creating Stories on MyStory.com

**Grade Level:** 2  
**Duration:** 60 minutes  

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**Materials:**
- Computers or tablets with internet access (1 per student)
- Projector and screen for demonstration
- Whiteboard and markers
- Printed story planning templates
- Pencils and erasers
- Example stories from MyStory.com (pre-selected)

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**Objectives:**
1. Students will understand the basic components of a story (beginning, middle, end).
2. Students will learn how to navigate MyStory.com to create their own stories.
3. Students will collaboratively brainstorm ideas and outline their stories before writing.

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**Structure:**

**1. Introduction (10 minutes)**
   - Begin with a discussion on what makes a good story. Ask students to share their favorite stories and identify key elements (characters, setting, plot).
   - Introduce MyStory.com as a tool for creating and sharing stories.

**2. Demonstration (10 minutes)**
   - Project MyStory.com on the screen and demonstrate how to create an account and navigate through the site.
   - Show the features available (adding text, images, etc.) and how to publish stories.

**3. Story Planning (15 minutes)**
   - Distribute story planning templates.
   - Guide students to brainstorm their story ideas, encouraging them to think about characters, setting, and plot.
   - Circulate the room to assist students in their planning.

**4. Story Creation (20 minutes)**
   - Allow students to log into MyStory.com and begin creating their stories based on their planning.
   - Encourage creativity and the use of illustrations.
   - Provide assistance as needed and remind students to save their work frequently.

**5. Wrap Up (5 minutes)**
   - Invite a few students to share their story ideas or progress with the class.
   - Discuss the importance of storytelling and how technology can enhance creativity.
   - Remind students to finish their stories for homework if not completed in class.

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### Total Time: 60 minutes

### Notes:
- Ensure all students have access to their own devices, or arrange for pairs if limited.
- Set clear expectations for online behavior and respect during sharing.
- Adjust time estimates based on class size and technology familiarity.

# A Mysterious Door in the Forest

## Imagine

A mysterious door appears in the middle of the forest. What magical creatures might live behind it? 

### Draw a Picture

Draw what you think the door looks like and what magical creatures might be behind it!

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### Describe the Creatures

1. **Creature Name:** __________________________

   **What does it look like?**  
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   **What special powers does it have?**  
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2. **Creature Name:** __________________________

   **What does it look like?**  
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   **What special powers does it have?**  
   ____________________________________________________  
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3. **Creature Name:** __________________________

   **What does it look like?**  
   ____________________________________________________  
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   **What special powers does it have?**  
   ____________________________________________________  
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### What Happens Next?

Write a short story about what happens when someone opens the door.  
**Starting sentence:** One day, someone opened the door and…  
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### Extra Fun!

What would you say to the magical creatures if you met them?  
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1. A purple elephant wearing a top hat is dancing on a rainbow. What silly adventure could it be having with its friends?

2. A mysterious door appears in the middle of the forest. What magical creatures might live behind it? 

3. A flying pizza is delivering slices to animals in a zoo. What funny stories could the animals tell about their pizza party?

A mysterious door appears in the middle of the forest. What magical creatures might live behind it?

Lesson Robot

making story on mystory.com

Lesson Plan

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