Activity Overview
Literary conflicts are important for students to be able to identify as they read stories. The conflicts that the main character faces help drive the story forward. In this activity, students will create a storyboard illustrating examples of literary conflict in Glory Be. Having students choose an example of each literary conflict is an excellent way to reinforce the lesson, and gives the students a chance to creatively show what they have learned.
Glory Be Conflict Examples
Character vs. Character: Glory and her sister are drifting apart as they get older. This makes Glory sad and angry at the same time.
Character vs. Self: Glory struggles with wanting to do what’s right, but is nervous about how she will be received or if she will get into trouble.
Character vs. Nature: The extreme summer heat in Mississippi makes life unbearable and the need for a pool even more important.
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create a 3 cell storyboard that describes and illustrates the literary conflicts in Glory Be.
Student Instructions:
- Click “Start Assignment”.
- Write a conflict in each heading.
- Create an illustration that represents each heading using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
- Write a short summary of each conflict in the space below the illustration.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient 5 Points | Emerging 3 Points | Beginning 1 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explanation | The descriptions of the conflicts are clear and at least two sentences. | The descriptions of the conflicts can be understood but it are somewhat unclear. | The descriptions of the conflicts are unclear and are not at least two sentences. |
| Illustrations | The illustrations represent the descriptions using appropriate scenes, characters and items. | The illustrations relate to the descriptions, but are difficult to understand. | The illustrations do not clearly relate to the descriptions. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is well written and carefully thought out. | Work shows some evidence of effort. | Work shows little evidence of any effort. |
| Conventions | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are somewhat correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly incorrect. |
Activity Overview
Literary conflicts are important for students to be able to identify as they read stories. The conflicts that the main character faces help drive the story forward. In this activity, students will create a storyboard illustrating examples of literary conflict in Glory Be. Having students choose an example of each literary conflict is an excellent way to reinforce the lesson, and gives the students a chance to creatively show what they have learned.
Glory Be Conflict Examples
Character vs. Character: Glory and her sister are drifting apart as they get older. This makes Glory sad and angry at the same time.
Character vs. Self: Glory struggles with wanting to do what’s right, but is nervous about how she will be received or if she will get into trouble.
Character vs. Nature: The extreme summer heat in Mississippi makes life unbearable and the need for a pool even more important.
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create a 3 cell storyboard that describes and illustrates the literary conflicts in Glory Be.
Student Instructions:
- Click “Start Assignment”.
- Write a conflict in each heading.
- Create an illustration that represents each heading using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
- Write a short summary of each conflict in the space below the illustration.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient 5 Points | Emerging 3 Points | Beginning 1 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explanation | The descriptions of the conflicts are clear and at least two sentences. | The descriptions of the conflicts can be understood but it are somewhat unclear. | The descriptions of the conflicts are unclear and are not at least two sentences. |
| Illustrations | The illustrations represent the descriptions using appropriate scenes, characters and items. | The illustrations relate to the descriptions, but are difficult to understand. | The illustrations do not clearly relate to the descriptions. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is well written and carefully thought out. | Work shows some evidence of effort. | Work shows little evidence of any effort. |
| Conventions | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are somewhat correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly incorrect. |
How Tos about Literary Conflict in Glory Be
Plan a classroom discussion around literary conflict themes
Engage students by asking open-ended questions about conflicts in Glory Be and similar stories. This encourages critical thinking and helps students relate literary conflicts to real-world situations.
Prepare discussion prompts that connect to students’ experiences
Create prompts like, “Have you ever faced a difficult choice like Glory?” or “How do friendships change as we grow?” to help students draw personal connections to the conflicts in the book.
Organize students into small groups for deeper analysis
Divide the class into groups of 3–4 and assign each group a specific conflict type (e.g., Character vs. Character). This allows students to focus and collaborate on analyzing examples from the story.
Guide students to share their group insights with the class
Invite each group to present their findings and discuss how their assigned conflict shapes the story. This builds presentation skills and reinforces understanding for all students.
Reflect together on how recognizing conflicts improves comprehension
Lead a short reflection on how identifying literary conflicts helps readers better understand characters’ motivations and story outcomes. Emphasize the value of these skills across all reading.
Frequently Asked Questions about Literary Conflict in Glory Be
What are the main types of literary conflict in Glory Be?
Glory Be features several types of literary conflict: Character vs. Character (Glory and her sister's growing distance), Character vs. Self (Glory's struggle to do the right thing), and Character vs. Nature (coping with the Mississippi heat). Understanding these conflicts helps students analyze the story's themes and character development.
How can I teach literary conflict using Glory Be in my classroom?
To teach literary conflict with Glory Be, have students identify examples from the book, then create a storyboard illustrating each conflict type. This visual activity reinforces understanding and encourages creative thinking about the story's challenges.
What is a quick activity for students to identify conflicts in Glory Be?
A quick activity is to assign students to make a three-cell storyboard, each representing one type of conflict (character vs. character, self, and nature) found in Glory Be. Students illustrate and write a brief summary under each cell.
Why is understanding literary conflict important for middle grade students?
Understanding literary conflict helps middle grade students recognize how characters grow and stories progress. It deepens comprehension, improves critical thinking, and makes reading more engaging by connecting students to the characters' struggles.
What examples of character vs. self conflict are in Glory Be?
In Glory Be, an example of character vs. self conflict is when Glory wrestles with wanting to do what's right, but fears the reactions of others or getting into trouble. This internal struggle shapes her decisions throughout the story.
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