Creating a setting map allows students to document Odysseus’s journey.
In the storyboard, each setting should be visually represented, along with a description of the scene. Details, characters, and textual evidence can be added to reinforce the setting.
In the example below, the story begins with Odysseus at his home in Ithaca.
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Objective: Create a storyboard identifying the settings in The One Eyed Giant.
Student Instructions:
Arrange the story’s settings in chronological order to help students grasp the flow of events. Sequencing each location builds narrative understanding and strengthens recall.
Have students write a brief, descriptive caption for each setting on their map. This encourages close reading and helps them connect textual evidence to visual elements.
Instruct students to use distinct colors or symbols for safe places, dangerous encounters, or moments of decision. Visual cues make the journey’s ups and downs easier to discuss and remember.
Invite students to present their setting maps to classmates in small groups. Peer feedback fosters collaboration and helps each student refine their understanding of Odysseus’s adventure.
A setting map for The One-Eyed Giant is a visual tool that helps students track and illustrate the key locations Odysseus visits during his journey. Each place is shown with art and a brief description, helping learners better understand the story's settings and events.
To create a setting map for Odysseus’s journey, list each major location he visits (like Ithaca, the Island of Lotus Eaters, and the Island of Cyclops), add a short description and relevant details for each, and use artwork or symbols to represent them visually on your map.
Key settings in The One-Eyed Giant include Ithaca (Odysseus’s home), the Island of Lotus Eaters, the Island of Cyclops (Polyphemus’s cave), and the Palace of Aeolus. Each plays a major role in Odysseus’s adventure.
A storyboard or setting map activity helps K-6 students visualize the plot, deepen reading comprehension, and connect textual evidence to scenes. It also encourages creativity by pairing art with writing.
Students should include headings for each setting, a brief description, details or characters involved, and visual art that represents each place. Adding textual evidence makes the map more complete and accurate.