Narrative Elements of The Emperor & the Kite by Jane Yolen I. Setting A. II. A kingdom in Ancient China
Plot A. Conflict 1. Djeow Seow feels unimportant Djeow Seow is the youngest of eight children. She is also the smallest and is often ignored by her family. She feels insignificant and often entertains herself by flying kites. B. Resolution 1. Djeow Seow rules next to her father The Emperor realizes that his smallest daughter is important. She sits by his side as he rules China. C. Sequence of Events 1. 2. 3. 4. The Emperor is captured by the Evil Men The monk gives Djeow Seow the idea to build a kite Djeow Seow rescues her father from the tower The Emperor realizes the importance of his daughter
III. Characters A. B. C. D. Djeow Seow The Emperor The Evil Men The Monk