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What topic	How to write a fiction story
What length (min)	30
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Lesson Plan: How to Write a Fiction Story

Subject: English
Grade: 5
Duration: 30 minutes

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Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

1. Understand the basic elements of a fiction story (characters, setting, plot, conflict, and resolution).
2. Create an outline for their own fiction story.
3. Start writing their own fiction story using their outline.

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Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• Paper and pencils
• Examples of fiction stories (short excerpts)

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Introduction (5 minutes)

Begin the lesson by asking students what they know about fiction stories. Write their responses on the whiteboard. Explain that fiction is a narrative that is invented or imagined, and it can be fun to create our own stories.

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Teaching the Elements of Fiction (10 minutes)

Introduce the basic elements of a fiction story using the following headings:

Characters

• Definition: The people or animals in the story.
• Example: Harry Potter, Frodo Baggins.

Setting

• Definition: The time and place where the story occurs.
• Example: A magical school in the 1990s, Middle-earth.

Plot

• Definition: The sequence of events in the story.
• Example: The adventure of the characters.

Conflict

• Definition: A challenge or problem faced by the characters.
• Example: The struggle between good and evil.

Resolution

• Definition: How the conflict is resolved.
• Example: The main characters achieve their goals.

Activity

• Ask students to brainstorm characters and settings for their stories.

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Creating an Outline (10 minutes)

Guide students through creating an outline for their own fiction story. Use the following template on the whiteboard as a reference.

Fiction Story Outline Template

1. Title:
2. Characters:
3. Setting:
4. Plot:
   • Introduction:
   • Rising Action:
   • Climax:
   • Falling Action:
   • Resolution:

Activity

• Have students fill out the outline template with their ideas.

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Writing the Story (5 minutes)

Explain to students that they will start writing their story based on the outline they created. Remind them to include the elements of fiction discussed earlier. Encourage creativity and personal expression.

Activity

• Allow students to write the first paragraph of their story.

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Homework Assignment (5 minutes)

Task:

1. Complete the writing of your fiction story based on the outline you created in class.
2. Write a short character description for your main character (at least 5 sentences).
3. Draw a picture of your setting.

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Homework Answers (for Teacher Reference)

1. Fiction Story: Students' stories will vary but should include characters, a plot, a conflict, and a resolution.
2. Character Description Example:
   • My main character, Lily, is a brave girl with long, brown hair and green eyes. She loves exploring the forest by her home, always looking for adventure. Lily is kind-hearted and always helps her friends. She has a pet dog named Max, who follows her everywhere. Together, they discover magical places that no one else knows about.
3. Setting Illustration: This will vary based on students' creativity.

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Conclusion

Wrap up the lesson by thanking students for their participation and encouraging them to continue developing their stories. Remind them that fiction allows them to explore new worlds and ideas.