Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to analyze and understand the elements of storytelling through the context of Fortnite, and improve your reading comprehension skills.

Materials and Prep

• Access to Fortnite game
• Pen and paper

No prior knowledge required, just an interest in the Fortnite game.

Activities

• Activity 1: Story Analysis - Play a Fortnite game and take notes on the characters, setting, and plot elements encountered during the game.
• Activity 2: Creative Writing - Write a short story or script based on a Fortnite game scenario, incorporating the elements of storytelling observed during gameplay.
• Activity 3: Reading Comprehension - Read and discuss a Fortnite-related article or story, and answer questions to improve comprehension skills.

Eighth Grade Talking Points

• Character Analysis: "Let's analyze the main characters in Fortnite. What are their motivations and how do they contribute to the story?"
• Setting Exploration: "We can explore the different settings in Fortnite and discuss how they impact the overall story and gameplay."
• Plot Development: "How does the plot unfold in Fortnite? What are the key events that drive the story forward?"