Goal: Write a story having COVID-19 pandemic as the central idea. Creativity is highly encouraged including real or make-believe images. Your imagination is the limit.
Role: You are the story writer. Audience: Parents/guardian, siblings and your teacher.
Situation: You will have an upcoming roleplaying performance as your class project and you were assigned to be the writer of the story to be acted by the whole class.
Product / Performance: Write a story with complete elements using the graphic organizer as guide. There is NO need to draw the graphic organizer. Rewrite what you have written in the plot diagram to the space provided after it. PLOT DIAGRAM CHARACTERS* SETTING* THEME* 5 CLIMAX* (The most exciting event/turning point. The moment for which the reader has been waiting.) 4 RISING ACTION* (Major events that lead to the turning point) 3 CONFLICT* Title 6 FALLING ACTION* (Major events that lead to the resolution) 7 RESOLUTION* (How was the conflict solved?)
Answer:
PLOT DIAGRAM
CHARACTERS:
- Sarah – a 12-year-old girl who loves to play and explore outside
- Sarah’s mom – a hardworking nurse who takes care of COVID-19 patients
- Sarah’s dad – a chef who lost his job because of the pandemic
- Dr. Lee – a medical expert who helps fight against COVID-19
SETTING:
The story takes place in a small town during the COVID-19 pandemic.
THEME:
The importance of following safety protocols and staying positive during tough times.
5. CLIMAX:
Sarah’s mom gets infected with COVID-19, and the family must go through the challenges of quarantine and fear for their loved one’s health. Sarah decides to take action and learn more about the virus to help her family and community.
7. RISING ACTION:
- Sarah’s dad loses his job and the family struggles financially
- Sarah starts homeschooling and misses her friends
- Sarah’s mom gets exposed to COVID-19 at work and shows symptoms
5. CONFLICT:
The pandemic creates challenges for the family, from financial struggles to fear for their loved one’s health. As Sarah’s mom gets infected, the family must deal with the challenges of quarantine and the fear of losing her.
TITLE: Sarah’s Fight Against COVID-19
6. FALLING ACTION:
- Sarah researches about COVID-19 and shares her knowledge with her family and friends
- Sarah and her dad start a small business to earn income
- Sarah’s mom recovers from COVID-19
RESOLUTION:
Sarah’s family learns the importance of following safety protocols and staying positive during tough times. They also learn to adapt to the changes brought by the pandemic and support each other through the challenges. With their determination and resilience, they are able to overcome the obstacles brought by COVID-19.