Graphic Organizers for Writing Responses to Literature

Before you can write a response to literature you will need to choose a story or poem to analyze and write about. Try these graphic organizers to help you craft your essay.

Literary Time Line

A literary time line can help you write down a story's events in the order that they occur. It is especially helpful for writing a plot summary.

Person/Character Chart

Filling out a person/character chart will help you get a clearer look at a character in a piece of writing. Use it when writing a character sketch.

Sensory Chart

A sensory chart helps you think about details that can be seen, heard, smelled, tasted, or felt.

Story Map

A story map will help you plot out what happens in a story.

Theme Chart

For theme analysis essays, a theme chart can show see how the theme develops during the story.

Response Form

A great way to write a better paper is to get feedback from a friend or family member.

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Use the glossary to help find the meaning of literary words and writing terms that will help you think and talk about writing.

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