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    Welcome to the Storyworks Skill Library! Use the video below to introduce what plot is to your students. Then have them practice the skill on a story of their choice with our guided interactive activity.

     

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    FICTION The Day the Worms Moved In Nothing terrifies Maddie more than worms. How will she deal with 1,500 of these creepy, slithery creatures in her garage?
    PLAY The Snake-Haired Monster Most people stay as far away from Medusa as possible. Perseus isn’t most people.
    PLAY The Curse of Winter Why do we have seasons? A Greek myth offers an ancient explanation!
    FICTION The Last Tigers The year: 2050 The threat: A new virus The mission: To save the big cats before it’s too late
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