Activity Overview
Moving can be a challenge for everyone in the family, even our pets! This beginning, middle, and end storyboard is the perfect way for students to show understanding after listening to Too Many Places to Hide, by Antonio Sakre.
Summarizing a story in three parts is a great way to introduce plot structure and parts of a story to students in younger grades. In this activity, students will create a narrative storyboard that summarizes the story in three parts: the beginning, the middle, and the end. Their storyboard should include three cells. The beginning, which introduces the story and the problem; the middle, which showcases main events and the climax; and the end, which illustrates how the problem is resolved and the conclusion of the story.
To scaffold or tailor this activity, teachers may choose to add images or descriptions and have students fill in the blanks. Be sure to update the student instructions as necessary!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Objective: Create a visual Beginning, Middle and End narrative storyboard that summarizes the story.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Separate the story into Beginning, Middle, and End.
- Create an image that represents an important moment or set of events for each of the story components using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
- Write a short description of each of the examples.
Lesson Plan Reference
Activity Overview
Moving can be a challenge for everyone in the family, even our pets! This beginning, middle, and end storyboard is the perfect way for students to show understanding after listening to Too Many Places to Hide, by Antonio Sakre.
Summarizing a story in three parts is a great way to introduce plot structure and parts of a story to students in younger grades. In this activity, students will create a narrative storyboard that summarizes the story in three parts: the beginning, the middle, and the end. Their storyboard should include three cells. The beginning, which introduces the story and the problem; the middle, which showcases main events and the climax; and the end, which illustrates how the problem is resolved and the conclusion of the story.
To scaffold or tailor this activity, teachers may choose to add images or descriptions and have students fill in the blanks. Be sure to update the student instructions as necessary!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Objective: Create a visual Beginning, Middle and End narrative storyboard that summarizes the story.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Separate the story into Beginning, Middle, and End.
- Create an image that represents an important moment or set of events for each of the story components using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
- Write a short description of each of the examples.
Lesson Plan Reference
How Tos about Too Many Places to Hide
How to create a safe and welcoming classroom environment for read alouds
Arrange your classroom seating strategically to foster inclusion and comfort during read alouds. Circle or group seating helps every student see and hear the story, making them feel valued.
Encourage students to share their feelings after reading
Invite students to express what the story made them feel using simple prompts or emotion cards. This supports social-emotional learning and helps students connect personally with the material.
Use visual cues to reinforce story themes
Display pictures or posters that illustrate key ideas from the read aloud around the classroom. Visuals help young learners remember and engage with the story’s messages.
Incorporate movement breaks related to the story
Plan short, theme-based movement activities between story sections. These breaks keep students focused and energized, and connect physical activity to story concepts.
Celebrate student participation in group discussions
Recognize and praise students who share ideas or ask questions during read alouds. Positive feedback builds confidence and encourages more engagement from all learners.
Frequently Asked Questions about Too Many Places to Hide
What is the 'Too Many Places to Hide' activity for K-1 students?
Too Many Places to Hide is a fun, group-based back-to-school activity designed for K-1 students, focusing on social emotional learning through interactive read alouds and simple games.
How can teachers use 'Too Many Places to Hide' to introduce social emotional learning?
Teachers can use this activity to introduce and reinforce SEL concepts like cooperation, recognizing emotions, and building trust, making it an engaging start for young learners.
What are the benefits of group activities like 'Too Many Places to Hide' for kindergarten classrooms?
Group activities like Too Many Places to Hide help students develop teamwork, communication, and emotional awareness, essential skills for success in early education.
What materials are needed for the 'Too Many Places to Hide' read aloud?
You typically need a picture book related to the activity theme and an open space for students to participate in group interactions, making setup quick and easy.
How long does the 'Too Many Places to Hide' activity take to complete in class?
This activity is designed to be short and skimmable, usually taking 15-20 minutes, making it perfect for busy back-to-school schedules.
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