Where and When Does a Story Happen? - Lesson for Preschool, Chapter - Respond to Stories Read Aloud

In the lesson "Where and When Does a Story Happen? " preschool students embark on an engaging journey into the world of reading literature, focusing on the crucial elements of storytelling: setting and time. This lesson forms part of the "Respond to Stories Read Aloud" chapter, aiming to deepen young learners' comprehension and appreciation of narratives.

Through activities such as the "When Does It Happen? " and "Where Does It Happen? " worksheets, students will learn to identify the temporal and spatial contexts within which stories unfold. These exercises train them to pay attention to crucial details that establish the backdrop of a narrative, enhancing their understanding of the story's environment and period. This skill is vital for young readers as it helps them visualize the scenes, enriching their reading experience and fostering a more profound connection with the text.

The "Find the Setting" worksheet further reinforces this learning by encouraging students to actively search for clues within the text that reveal the setting. This activity not only improves their attention to detail but also bolsters critical thinking and comprehension skills.

Estimated classroom time: 9 min
Chapter: Respond to Stories Read Aloud
Unit: Reading Literature
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  • Activity 1 / When Does It Happen? Worksheet

    Can your kids tell you the different times of day and what each one means. When we describe things that have happened or are happening, we often need to give lots of descriptions including what time and where the event happened. This worksheet aims to help your kids be able to give you a better description of events and when they happen. Look at the illustration with your kids, and help them check the box next to the picture that shows when the story happened.

  • Activity 2 / Where Does It Happen? Worksheet

    When we describe things that have happened or are happening, we often need to give lots of descriptions including what time and where the event happened. This worksheet aims to help your kids be able to give you a better description of events and where they happen or happened. Look at the illustration with your kids, and then help them check the box next to the picture that shows where the story happens.

  • Activity 3 / Find the Setting Worksheet

    There are many things that go into writing a good story. The writer must first decide many things like the theme, plot, characters, setting, and many more. The setting of a story is the place or places where events happen. Read the story in this colorful, fun worksheet with your little children, and make sure they are paying good attention. Then, help them check the box next to the picture that shows where and when the story happens.