Where Does the Story Happen?

Learning Objectives Identify the setting in a simple picture. Say the name of the place where a story happens. Point to picture clues that show the setting. Answer the question 'Where is the story?' with a simple word or phrase. Draw a picture of a story's setting. Sort pictures into 'inside' and 'outside' settings. Have you ever played at the park? 🌳 Where do you sleep at night? 🛌 Today, we will be story detectives! 🕵️‍♀️ We will find clues to learn where stories happen. This special place is called the setting. Real-World Applications Knowing where you are on a map 🗺️ Telling a friend where you played ⚽ Understanding movies and cartoons 📺 Finding your way around school 🏫

TermDefinitionExample Setting 🗺️The setting is where the story happens.A sunny beach 🏖️ is the setting. Inside 🏠A place with a roof and walls.Your classroom is an inside place. Outside 🌳A place in the open air.The playground is an outside place. Clue Words 🔍Words that tell us about the setting.The word 'sand' is a clue for a beach. Picture Clues 🖼️Pictures that show us the setting.A picture of a bed is a clue for a bedroom. Place 📍A spot where something can be.The park is a fun place to play.

Look at the Pictures Rule 👀 The pictures show you where the story is. Look for big things in the picture. Trees mean outside. A bed means inside. Listen for Place Words Rule 👂 Listen for words that name a place. Words like 'school,' 'farm,' or 'house' tell you the setting. Ask the 'Where' Question Rule 🤔 Always ask, 'Where are they?' Asking this question helps your brain look for setting clues.