Part of Lesson Plan: Elements of Story: Introduction Three Act Structure

Activity Overview / Details

Show a short episode from the television series, Hey Arnold, “Harold’s Kitty” (Netflix, Instant Play) or any other short narrative example (10-15 minutes maximum). Prepare students to take notes on the following thoughts while screening the episode. 

Students:

1. Describe the main characters and how they are introduced.

2. Describe the primary conflicts.

3. Describe the most exciting, intense part of the show.

4. Describe how the show ends.