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Lesson Plan Overview
Template and Class Instructions
Student Rubric
Lesson Plan Overview
Lesson Plan Overview
In this activity, students will decide what point of view the narrator is speaking in. Using a storyboard, students can show the textual evidence and also illustrate it. Poppleton in Winter is told in the third person point of view. Writing from the third person point of view uses the name of the character or pronouns like he, she, it, or they to describe the main character.
This example storyboard uses three quotes from the story. Depending on the level of your class, you may only want one example.
Third Person
- "But Poppleton didn't listen to any of them. He loved icicles. Each morning he took a ruler outside to see how much longer they had grown."
Template and Class Instructions
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
Create a storyboard that shows the point of view of Poppleton in Winter.
- After you read Poppleton in Winter, think about who told the story. Was it third person point of view or first person point of view?
- Type your answer in the title box.
- Choose a quote from the story that shows the kind of point of view.
- Illustrate that quote.
Lesson Plan Reference
Student Rubric
Student Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
Points of View in a Novel
Identify the point(s) of view in the novel:
First person point of view. First person is when “I” am telling the story. The character is in the story, relating his or her experiences directly.
Second person point of view. The story is told to “you.” This POV is not common in fiction, but it’s still good to know (it is common in nonfiction).
Third person point of view, limited. The story is about “he” or “she.” This is the most common point of view in commercial fiction. The narrator is outside of the story and relating the experiences of a character.
Third person point of view, omniscient. The story is still about “he” or “she,” but the narrator has full access to the thoughts and experiences of all characters in the story.
Create a storyboard that identifies each point of view and describes each using a written explanation and an illustration.
First person point of view. First person is when “I” am telling the story. The character is in the story, relating his or her experiences directly.
Second person point of view. The story is told to “you.” This POV is not common in fiction, but it’s still good to know (it is common in nonfiction).
Third person point of view, limited. The story is about “he” or “she.” This is the most common point of view in commercial fiction. The narrator is outside of the story and relating the experiences of a character.
Third person point of view, omniscient. The story is still about “he” or “she,” but the narrator has full access to the thoughts and experiences of all characters in the story.
Create a storyboard that identifies each point of view and describes each using a written explanation and an illustration.
| Proficient 25 Points | Emerging 19 Points | Beginning 13 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identify the Points of View | The student identified all points of view the author employed in the novel correctly. | The student identified most of the points of view. | The student did not identify the correct point of view, |
| Written Explanations | Text descriptions clearly explain the points of view used in the novel and described the differences in their perspectives. | Text descriptions explain the points of view, but may lack clarity. | Text descriptions do not accurately describe the points of view. |
| Storyboard Images | Illustrations show scenes clearly connected to the point of view and perspective described and use visual elements to show a difference between perspectives. | Illustrations show scenes connected to the point of view and perspective described but may be simplistic or lack detail. | Scenes do not clearly describe the points of view employed in the novel. |
| Effort and Editing | Work is complete, thorough, and neat. Spelling and grammar are correct. | Most of the sections of the storyboard were at least attempted and work is presentable. The text contains some errors in spelling and/or grammar. | Storyboard is unfinished and/or disorganized. The text contains many errors in spelling and/or grammar. |
Lesson Plan Overview
In this activity, students will decide what point of view the narrator is speaking in. Using a storyboard, students can show the textual evidence and also illustrate it. Poppleton in Winter is told in the third person point of view. Writing from the third person point of view uses the name of the character or pronouns like he, she, it, or they to describe the main character.
This example storyboard uses three quotes from the story. Depending on the level of your class, you may only want one example.
Third Person
- "But Poppleton didn't listen to any of them. He loved icicles. Each morning he took a ruler outside to see how much longer they had grown."
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
Create a storyboard that shows the point of view of Poppleton in Winter.
- After you read Poppleton in Winter, think about who told the story. Was it third person point of view or first person point of view?
- Type your answer in the title box.
- Choose a quote from the story that shows the kind of point of view.
- Illustrate that quote.
Lesson Plan Reference
Student Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
Points of View in a Novel
Identify the point(s) of view in the novel:
First person point of view. First person is when “I” am telling the story. The character is in the story, relating his or her experiences directly.
Second person point of view. The story is told to “you.” This POV is not common in fiction, but it’s still good to know (it is common in nonfiction).
Third person point of view, limited. The story is about “he” or “she.” This is the most common point of view in commercial fiction. The narrator is outside of the story and relating the experiences of a character.
Third person point of view, omniscient. The story is still about “he” or “she,” but the narrator has full access to the thoughts and experiences of all characters in the story.
Create a storyboard that identifies each point of view and describes each using a written explanation and an illustration.
First person point of view. First person is when “I” am telling the story. The character is in the story, relating his or her experiences directly.
Second person point of view. The story is told to “you.” This POV is not common in fiction, but it’s still good to know (it is common in nonfiction).
Third person point of view, limited. The story is about “he” or “she.” This is the most common point of view in commercial fiction. The narrator is outside of the story and relating the experiences of a character.
Third person point of view, omniscient. The story is still about “he” or “she,” but the narrator has full access to the thoughts and experiences of all characters in the story.
Create a storyboard that identifies each point of view and describes each using a written explanation and an illustration.
| Proficient 25 Points | Emerging 19 Points | Beginning 13 Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identify the Points of View | The student identified all points of view the author employed in the novel correctly. | The student identified most of the points of view. | The student did not identify the correct point of view, |
| Written Explanations | Text descriptions clearly explain the points of view used in the novel and described the differences in their perspectives. | Text descriptions explain the points of view, but may lack clarity. | Text descriptions do not accurately describe the points of view. |
| Storyboard Images | Illustrations show scenes clearly connected to the point of view and perspective described and use visual elements to show a difference between perspectives. | Illustrations show scenes connected to the point of view and perspective described but may be simplistic or lack detail. | Scenes do not clearly describe the points of view employed in the novel. |
| Effort and Editing | Work is complete, thorough, and neat. Spelling and grammar are correct. | Most of the sections of the storyboard were at least attempted and work is presentable. The text contains some errors in spelling and/or grammar. | Storyboard is unfinished and/or disorganized. The text contains many errors in spelling and/or grammar. |
How Tos about Poppleton in Winter Point of View
1
Introduce point of view with a fun class read-aloud
Start your lesson by reading a short story aloud and pausing to ask students who is telling the story. Use different voices or props to highlight shifts in narration. This helps students actively listen for clues about point of view.
2
Guide students to identify narrator clues together
Display a text excerpt and underline pronouns or character names as a class. Discuss how these words reveal who is telling the story. This collaborative approach builds confidence and models analytical thinking.
3
Encourage students to write their own short paragraphs from different points of view
Assign students to write a quick description of a familiar event from first person, then third person. Compare the results as a class to reinforce understanding and highlight differences in language and perspective.
4
Have students pair up to swap and check point of view
Ask students to exchange their written paragraphs with a partner. Each partner identifies which point of view was used and gives feedback. This peer review activity boosts engagement and reinforces learning through collaboration.
5
Wrap up with a quick class reflection
Facilitate a short discussion where students share what was challenging or fun about changing points of view. Highlight key takeaways and encourage students to look for point of view clues in future readings.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poppleton in Winter Point of View
What point of view is used in Poppleton in Winter?
Poppleton in Winter is told from a third person point of view. The narrator describes Poppleton using pronouns like "he" and refers to the character by name, rather than using "I" or "we".
How can students identify the narrator’s point of view in Poppleton in Winter?
Students can identify the narrator’s point of view by looking for clues in the text, such as whether the narrator uses "he," "she," or the character’s name (third person) versus "I" or "we" (first person).
What is a simple activity to teach point of view using Poppleton in Winter?
A simple activity is to have students create a storyboard showing quotes that reveal the story’s point of view, then illustrate each quote. This helps reinforce the concept visually and textually.
Why is third person point of view important in children’s books like Poppleton in Winter?
Third person point of view allows readers to observe the main character’s actions and feelings from an outside perspective, which can help students understand storytelling and empathy.
What are some examples of third person point of view from Poppleton in Winter?
Examples include lines like “But Poppleton didn’t listen to any of them. He loved icicles.” These sentences use the character’s name and "he" to show third person narration.
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