Learning Activity: Reading a Memoir!

Now that we have reviewed the story elements used in memoirs do the following...

1. Read one of the memoirs posted in the link below: "My Name" or "Marin". http://theliterarylink.com/mangostreet.html 
2.  As you read, look for the seven story elements used in memoirs: characters, characterization, setting, theme, point of view, plot, and conflict.
3. Once you find these elements, complete a story map like the ones we discussed in class. Use the story map posted as an example. http://www.adlit.org/strategies/22736/

Here's a fun video to help you understand a little bit better the seven story elements...