PDF Story Engine Lesson Plans

This PDF contains a set of three printable lesson plans and activity sheet for integrating The Story Engine Deck into the classroom. The lessons cover the following topics and include accommodations and alternatives for different groups sizes and classroom needs:

1. "What's in a Story?": Introduce participants to the elements of a story through brainstorming, aligning to a quote by an author, and connecting it to The Story Engine Deck.
2. "Whose Story Is It?": Encourage participants to consider various perspectives within a story. Students will apply their learning by writing one story from two angles with the guidance of a prompt from The Story Engine Deck.
3. Create Your Own Cards for The Story Engine Deck: Participants will learn what the card types for The Story Engine Deck are and how they work together to create “Story Seeds.” They will then create their own cards, allowing them to use customized story prompts for their storytelling, writing, and creativity or to share with others.
4. Activity Sheet: Provide 9 activities using The Story Engine Deck for interactive and educational play.