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A story map is a graphic organiser that helps you understand the different elements of a story.
The purpose of a story map is to help you

• learn the different elements of a story

• get a deeper understanding of how stories are written and how it can be applied to
other texts

• capture and organise information efficiently

This story map introduces the key elements found in a story.
• the characters of the story

• the setting (the place where the story takes place)

• plot or the main components—the beginning, the middle and the end

Construct a story map for ‘Pret in the House’ outlining the key elements of the story.

Setting Characters

Beginning Middle End

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