Lesson 76: Illustrate a favorite scene

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Objective

Choose a favorite scene from a story and illustrate it so the picture matches the characters, setting, and feelings in the text.

Materials

Mini-lesson — What does it mean to illustrate a scene?

A scene is a small part of a story. It has characters, a setting, and something that happens.

To illustrate a scene means to draw a picture that matches the words.

When you choose a favorite scene, think about:

  • Who is in the scene (characters)
  • Where it happens (setting)
  • What is happening (action)
  • How the characters feel (feelings)

Your picture should fit the details from the story. If it says, "It was raining," you should not draw a bright sunny sky.

You can use these frames:

  • "My favorite scene is when…"
  • "In my picture I will show…"
  • "The characters feel… so I will draw…"

Today, you will pick one part of a story and show it clearly in a picture that matches the text.

Picture strip: From story scene to drawing

Guided Practice — Mini-book: Choosing a scene to illustrate

How to use this mini-book:

  • Read how one child chooses a favorite scene.
  • Notice how she thinks about characters, setting, and feelings.
  • Use her steps to pick and draw your own favorite scene.

On your paper, write the title of the story at the top. Then draw your favorite scene and add one short caption sentence.

Scene words
scene favorite picture characters setting feelings

Frames: "My favorite scene is when…" "In my picture I will show…"

Mini-Book: Choosing a scene to illustrate

1

Picking the scene

Maya is reading a story called The Kite on the Hill.

Her favorite part is when the kite finally lifts into the sky.

She says, "My favorite scene is when the wind blows and the red kite flies up."

2

Noticing details

Maya looks back at the page. She sees the words "windy hill," "red kite," and "Dad holding the string."

She decides her picture needs the hill, the kite, Maya, and her dad.

3

Showing feelings

The story says Maya smiles and shouts, "It is flying!"

In her picture, she draws herself with a big smile and bright eyes.

She makes the kite high in the sky to show her excitement.

4

Checking the match

When she is done, Maya asks, "Does my picture match this scene?"

She checks the characters, setting, action, and feelings.

Now it is your turn to choose a scene and make a matching picture.

Reading Practice — Does your picture fit the scene?

Read each situation. Drag the best sentence to show how to choose or check a picture for a scene. Chips stay in their own question. Then press "Check sentences."

You want to illustrate your favorite part of a long story.
The best plan is:

I will choose one small part of the story that I really like and draw that scene. I will try to draw every single page in one tiny picture. I will draw something that is not in the book at all.

In the story, the scene happens in a forest, but you start to draw a big city street.
A good fix is:

I will draw the setting the story describes, like the beach, forest, or city. I will ignore the setting and draw any place I want. I will not draw a background at all.

The scene you chose has a girl, her brother, and a dog on a hill.
To make your picture match, you should remember to:

I will include the main characters who are in that scene. I will only draw one stranger the book never mentions. I will draw no people or animals at all.

The scene says the boy is excited and proud when he finishes the race.
To show that in your picture, you should:

I will show the characters’ feelings on their faces and in their body language. I will make every face look bored in every picture. I will hide all the faces behind trees.

You finish your drawing and want to see if it fits the story.
A smart way to check is:

I can reread the scene and ask, “Does my picture show what these words say?” I can close the book and never look at the words again. I can guess and hope it matches without checking.

There are many small details in the scene and you feel unsure what to draw.
A helpful idea is:

I will pick a few important details from the scene to include in my picture. I will try to fit every word from the page into my drawing. I will ignore all the details and draw random shapes.

Your teacher asks you to write one sentence under your illustration.
A strong plan is:

I will add a short caption that tells what is happening in my scene. I will write about a different book under my picture. I will only write random letters that do not make words.

There is already a picture of the scene in your book.
A good way to illustrate is:

I can use the book’s picture as an idea but draw the scene in my own way. I must trace the picture exactly every time. I should ignore the scene and draw something from another story.

You start drawing parts from the beginning, middle, and end all in one picture.
A better idea is to remember:

I will stay with my one favorite scene instead of mixing many scenes together. I will try to push the whole book into one crowded picture. I will only draw things from real life and never from the story.

When you "illustrate a favorite scene," the most important thing is to .

draw a picture that matches the scene’s characters, setting, action, and feelings draw any picture you want that does not fit the story draw something from a different book without reading

Quick Check — Illustrate a favorite scene

What is a scene?

What should your illustration match?

How can you show feelings in your picture?

What can you do to check if your picture fits the scene?

Which sentence is true about illustrating a favorite scene?

Assessment (parent/teacher)

Exit ticket (student)

I will practice…

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