Swimmy Text
Swimmy Text
Leo Lionni
Directions: Read this story with the class. As we read and discuss, annotate for the elements of exposition:
• Setting: Where and when
• Characters: Protagonist and antagonist
• Conflict: Internal and external
• Resolution: How is the problem solved?
• Theme: What did you learn?
After annotating, complete a PLOT DIAGRAM on paper. This will include noting the elements of exposition AND
listing the main events of the story in text order.
Turn it in!
• Digital text: Turn into Google Classroom
• Paper plot diagram: Turn into the bin