Exploring Points of View in Stories
Exploring Points of View in Stories
Lesson duration is: 30 minItems in this lesson
Exploring Points of View in Stories
What do you already know about points of view in stories?
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson you will be able to identify different points of view in stories and recognize when the point of view shifts.
Interactive Opener: Who Is Telling the Story?
Read this short paragraph aloud. Who do you think is telling the story? Share your answer with a partner.
What Is Point of View?
The narrator is a character in the story and uses "I" or "we." It feels personal.
First Person
Third Person
The narrator is outside the story and uses "he," "she," or "they." It sounds like watching someone else.
Task 1: Spot the Point of View
Read three short sentences. Decide if each is in first or third person. Write your answers.
Task 2: Matching Voices
Match story examples to the correct point of view. Work in pairs to discuss your reasons.
Task 3: Finding Shift in Point of View
Read a short story excerpt. Can you spot where the point of view changes? Circle the spot.
Task 4: Write Your Own!
Write two sentences: one in first person, one in third person. Share with the class.
Exit Ticket
What is one thing you learned about points of view today? Write your answer on a sticky note.
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.
