Summary Writing

I've believe I've already shared with you a formula for summary writing.  "Somebody-Wanted-But-So-Then"

Somebody (identify the character(s)

Wanted (describe the character’s goal)

But (describe a conflict that hinders the character)

So (describe how the character reacts to the 

conflict)

Then (describe the resolution of the conflict

I was excited when my daughter came home with a book summary that was pretty much the same thing.  She is in first grade.  Just remember, we are not in this alone:)