Activity Overview
Students will decide what point of view the narrator is speaking in. Using a storyboard, students can show the textual evidence and also illustrate it. The Treasure is told in the third person point of view. Writing from the third person point of view uses pronouns like he, she, it, or they to describe the main character in the narration.
This example storyboard uses one quote from the story. Depending on the level of your class, you may three examples.
Third Person
"When the dream came back a third time, he said, ‘Maybe it's true,’ and so he set out on his journey."
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 storyboard that shows the point of view of The Treasure.
- After you read The Treasure, think about the point of view of the narrator in the story. Was it third person point of view or first person point of view?
- Type your answer in the title box.
- Choose a quote from the story that shows the kind of point of view.
- Illustrate that quote.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
First person point of view. First person is when “I” am telling the story. The character is in the story, relating his or her experiences directly.
Second person point of view. The story is told to “you.” This POV is not common in fiction, but it’s still good to know (it is common in nonfiction).
Third person point of view, limited. The story is about “he” or “she.” This is the most common point of view in commercial fiction. The narrator is outside of the story and relating the experiences of a character.
Third person point of view, omniscient. The story is still about “he” or “she,” but the narrator has full access to the thoughts and experiences of all characters in the story.
Create a storyboard that identifies each point of view and describes each using a written explanation and an illustration.
| Proficient 25 Points | Emerging 19 Points | Beginning 13 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identify the Points of View | The student identified all points of view the author employed in the novel correctly. | The student identified most of the points of view. | The student did not identify the correct point of view, |
| Written Explanations | Text descriptions clearly explain the points of view used in the novel and described the differences in their perspectives. | Text descriptions explain the points of view, but may lack clarity. | Text descriptions do not accurately describe the points of view. |
| Storyboard Images | Illustrations show scenes clearly connected to the point of view and perspective described and use visual elements to show a difference between perspectives. | Illustrations show scenes connected to the point of view and perspective described but may be simplistic or lack detail. | Scenes do not clearly describe the points of view employed in the novel. |
| Effort and Editing | Work is complete, thorough, and neat. Spelling and grammar are correct. | Most of the sections of the storyboard were at least attempted and work is presentable. The text contains some errors in spelling and/or grammar. | Storyboard is unfinished and/or disorganized. The text contains many errors in spelling and/or grammar. |
Activity Overview
Students will decide what point of view the narrator is speaking in. Using a storyboard, students can show the textual evidence and also illustrate it. The Treasure is told in the third person point of view. Writing from the third person point of view uses pronouns like he, she, it, or they to describe the main character in the narration.
This example storyboard uses one quote from the story. Depending on the level of your class, you may three examples.
Third Person
"When the dream came back a third time, he said, ‘Maybe it's true,’ and so he set out on his journey."
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 storyboard that shows the point of view of The Treasure.
- After you read The Treasure, think about the point of view of the narrator in the story. Was it third person point of view or first person point of view?
- Type your answer in the title box.
- Choose a quote from the story that shows the kind of point of view.
- Illustrate that quote.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
First person point of view. First person is when “I” am telling the story. The character is in the story, relating his or her experiences directly.
Second person point of view. The story is told to “you.” This POV is not common in fiction, but it’s still good to know (it is common in nonfiction).
Third person point of view, limited. The story is about “he” or “she.” This is the most common point of view in commercial fiction. The narrator is outside of the story and relating the experiences of a character.
Third person point of view, omniscient. The story is still about “he” or “she,” but the narrator has full access to the thoughts and experiences of all characters in the story.
Create a storyboard that identifies each point of view and describes each using a written explanation and an illustration.
| Proficient 25 Points | Emerging 19 Points | Beginning 13 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identify the Points of View | The student identified all points of view the author employed in the novel correctly. | The student identified most of the points of view. | The student did not identify the correct point of view, |
| Written Explanations | Text descriptions clearly explain the points of view used in the novel and described the differences in their perspectives. | Text descriptions explain the points of view, but may lack clarity. | Text descriptions do not accurately describe the points of view. |
| Storyboard Images | Illustrations show scenes clearly connected to the point of view and perspective described and use visual elements to show a difference between perspectives. | Illustrations show scenes connected to the point of view and perspective described but may be simplistic or lack detail. | Scenes do not clearly describe the points of view employed in the novel. |
| Effort and Editing | Work is complete, thorough, and neat. Spelling and grammar are correct. | Most of the sections of the storyboard were at least attempted and work is presentable. The text contains some errors in spelling and/or grammar. | Storyboard is unfinished and/or disorganized. The text contains many errors in spelling and/or grammar. |
How Tos about Examining Point of View in The Treasure
Guide students to identify pronouns signaling third person point of view.
Highlight pronouns like he, she, it, and they as you read aloud. Ask students to point out these words in the text, helping them connect pronoun use to third person narration.
Model how to compare first and third person points of view using a story excerpt.
Read a short passage from The Treasure and then rewrite it together in first person. Show students how the pronouns and perspective shift, making the narrator part of the story.
Have students practice rewriting a short scene from third to first person.
Assign a brief scene from the story and ask students to rewrite it using I or we instead of third person pronouns. This helps solidify their understanding of point of view changes.
Encourage peer discussion to explain their point of view choices.
Pair students to share their rewritten scenes and discuss why their pronoun choices reveal the narrator’s perspective. This reinforces their learning through conversation and feedback.
Use visual anchors to help students remember point of view clues.
Create a classroom chart that lists pronouns for each point of view with sample sentences. Refer back to this chart during reading activities so students can independently identify narration types.
Frequently Asked Questions about Examining Point of View in The Treasure
What is the point of view in The Treasure by Uri Shulevitz?
The Treasure by Uri Shulevitz is written in the third person point of view. The narrator describes the main character using pronouns like he, she, and they, letting readers observe the story from an outside perspective.
How can students identify the narrator’s point of view in a story?
Students can look for pronouns used by the narrator (like I, he, they) and notice whether the narrator is a character in the story or an outside observer. Finding textual evidence helps confirm the point of view.
What is a simple classroom activity to teach point of view using The Treasure?
A quick classroom activity is to have students create a storyboard showing a quote from The Treasure that reveals the point of view, then illustrate the scene. This helps students connect textual evidence with visual understanding.
Why is it important for students to understand point of view in literature?
Understanding point of view helps students see how a story is told, recognize the narrator’s bias, and better interpret the characters’ thoughts and motivations. It builds strong critical reading skills.
What are some examples of third person pronouns used in The Treasure?
Examples of third person pronouns in The Treasure include he, his, and they. These pronouns show the narrator is not a character in the story but an outside observer.
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