Question

story map graphic organizer worksheet
directions: fill- out the entire story map to fully indertand the story .
setting:
where:
when:
major characters :
minor characters:
plot\problem :
even 1:
event 2:
event 3:
outcome :

Answer 1

Story Map Graphic Organizer Worksheet

Directions: Fill out every section below to fully understand the story. Write complete sentences when possible and include specific details (names, places, times, actions). Use the tips under each heading if you need help.

Title of story: _______________________________________
Author (if known): ____________________________________

Setting
- Where (place): ______________________________________
Tip: Be specific (e.g., “small farm outside town,” “middle school hallway”).
- When (time / period): _______________________________
Tip: Note time of day, year, historical period, or whether it’s present/future/past.

Major characters (main characters—protagonist, antagonist, others central to the plot)
1. _________________________________________________
2. _________________________________________________
3. _________________________________________________

Minor characters (supporting characters, brief appearances, extras)
1. _________________________________________________
2. _________________________________________________
3. _________________________________________________

Plot / Problem
- Central problem or goal (What does the main character want? What is the conflict?):
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Events (List the most important events in order)
Event 1 — Beginning / Introduction (How does the story start? What important facts are introduced?)
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Event 2 — Middle / Rising Action (What complicates the problem? What decisions or actions happen?)
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Event 3 — Climax / Turning Point (The most exciting or important moment—what changes?)
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Outcome — Resolution (How is the problem solved? What is the ending? Any lessons learned?)
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Theme / Message (Optional)
- What is the story’s main idea or lesson?
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________

Notes / Important Quotes (Optional)
- Quote 1: __________________________________________
- Quote 2: __________________________________________

Example (brief) — Cinderella
Title: Cinderella
Setting: Where — A kingdom and Cinderella’s home; When — long ago (a fairytale past)
Major characters: Cinderella (protagonist), Stepmother & stepsisters (antagonists), Fairy Godmother, Prince
Minor characters: King, palace servants
Plot/problem: Cinderella wants to go to the prince’s ball but is forbidden and has no proper clothes.
Event 1: Cinderella does housework and is treated poorly by her stepfamily.
Event 2: Fairy Godmother appears and gives Cinderella a dress and coach for the ball.
Event 3: Cinderella must leave by midnight; she loses a glass slipper running away.
Outcome: The prince uses the slipper to find her; they marry. Message: Kindness and courage can be rewarded.

Use this worksheet while reading or after finishing the story to check your understanding. If you want, tell me the title of the story you’re working on and I can help you fill it out.