Activity Overview
A common use for Storyboard That is to help students create a plot diagram of the events from a story. Not only is this a great way to teach the parts of the plot, but it reinforces major events and help students develop greater understanding of literary structures.
Students can create a storyboard capturing the narrative arc in a work with a six-cell storyboard containing the major parts of the plot diagram. For each cell, have students create a scene that follows the story in sequence using: Exposition, Conflict, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Resolution.
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
Create a visual plot diagram of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.
- Separate the story into the Exposition, Conflict, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Resolution.
- Create an image that represents an important moment or set of events for each of the story components.
- Write a description of each of the steps in the plot diagram.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient 25 Points | Emerging 21 Points | Beginning 17 Points | Try Again 13 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Descriptive and Visual Elements | Cells have many descriptive elements, and provide the reader with a vivid representation. | Cells have many descriptive elements, but flow of cells may have been hard to understand. | Cells have few descriptive elements, or have visuals that make the work confusing. | Cells have few or no descriptive elements. |
| Grammar/Spelling | Textables have three or fewer spelling/grammar errors. | Textables have four or fewer spelling/grammar errors. | Textables have five or fewer spelling/grammar errors. | Textables have six or more spelling/grammar errors. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is well written and carefully thought out. Student has done both peer and teacher editing. | Work is well written and carefully thought out. Student has either teacher or peer editing, but not both. | Student has done neither peer, nor teacher editing. | Work shows no evidence of any effort. |
| Plot | All parts of the plot are included in the diagram. | All parts of the plot are included in the diagram, but one or more is confusing. | Parts of the plot are missing from the diagram, and/or some aspects of the diagram make the plot difficult to follow. | Almost all of the parts of the plot are missing from the diagram, and/or some aspects of the diagram make the plot very difficult to follow. |
Activity Overview
A common use for Storyboard That is to help students create a plot diagram of the events from a story. Not only is this a great way to teach the parts of the plot, but it reinforces major events and help students develop greater understanding of literary structures.
Students can create a storyboard capturing the narrative arc in a work with a six-cell storyboard containing the major parts of the plot diagram. For each cell, have students create a scene that follows the story in sequence using: Exposition, Conflict, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Resolution.
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
Create a visual plot diagram of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.
- Separate the story into the Exposition, Conflict, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Resolution.
- Create an image that represents an important moment or set of events for each of the story components.
- Write a description of each of the steps in the plot diagram.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient 25 Points | Emerging 21 Points | Beginning 17 Points | Try Again 13 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Descriptive and Visual Elements | Cells have many descriptive elements, and provide the reader with a vivid representation. | Cells have many descriptive elements, but flow of cells may have been hard to understand. | Cells have few descriptive elements, or have visuals that make the work confusing. | Cells have few or no descriptive elements. |
| Grammar/Spelling | Textables have three or fewer spelling/grammar errors. | Textables have four or fewer spelling/grammar errors. | Textables have five or fewer spelling/grammar errors. | Textables have six or more spelling/grammar errors. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is well written and carefully thought out. Student has done both peer and teacher editing. | Work is well written and carefully thought out. Student has either teacher or peer editing, but not both. | Student has done neither peer, nor teacher editing. | Work shows no evidence of any effort. |
| Plot | All parts of the plot are included in the diagram. | All parts of the plot are included in the diagram, but one or more is confusing. | Parts of the plot are missing from the diagram, and/or some aspects of the diagram make the plot difficult to follow. | Almost all of the parts of the plot are missing from the diagram, and/or some aspects of the diagram make the plot very difficult to follow. |
How Tos about Plot Diagram for Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
How to Differentiate Plot Diagram Activities for Diverse Learners
Assess student needs and learning styles to tailor your plot diagram lesson. Offer extra support like graphic organizers or sentence starters for students who need them. Challenge advanced students with analytical questions or creative extensions.
Use visual aids to boost comprehension
Incorporate images, storyboards, or color-coded diagrams to help students visualize plot structure. Visual supports make abstract concepts more concrete and engage visual learners for better understanding.
Incorporate collaborative group work
Assign students to small groups to discuss and build plot diagrams together. Collaboration encourages peer teaching and lets students learn from each other's perspectives.
Provide sentence frames and vocabulary lists
Give students sentence starters and key literary terms to help them describe plot points clearly. This supports language development and builds confidence, especially for English language learners.
Offer choice in presentation formats
Allow students to present their plot diagrams as drawings, digital slides, or oral summaries. Giving options lets students demonstrate understanding in ways that play to their strengths.
Frequently Asked Questions about Plot Diagram for Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
What is a plot diagram for Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde?
A plot diagram for Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde visually maps out the story's structure, showing key events from exposition to resolution. It helps students identify major plot points and understand the narrative arc of Robert Louis Stevenson's novel.
How do I teach the plot structure of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde using a storyboard?
To teach the plot structure, have students divide the story into six parts: Exposition, Conflict, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Resolution. Students can create a six-cell storyboard, drawing a scene and writing a brief description for each part to reinforce plot understanding.
What are the main events to include in a Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde plot diagram?
Main events to include are: Exposition (introducing Jekyll and London), Conflict (hinting at Hyde's crimes), Rising Action (investigations and strange occurrences), Climax (Jekyll's transformation revealed), Falling Action (consequences and unraveling), and Resolution (Jekyll/Hyde's fate).
Why use a plot diagram activity for teaching Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde?
Using a plot diagram activity helps students visually organize events, strengthens comprehension of literary elements, and encourages critical thinking about the narrative's structure in The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.
What tips help students create effective plot diagrams for literature?
Encourage students to summarize each plot stage clearly, use visuals to represent key moments, and connect each part to the overall theme. Guide them to focus on major turning points and ensure their storyboard follows the story's sequence.
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