The document discusses the key elements of a story - characters, setting, plot, theme, and point of view. It provides examples from the short story "Kamela: The Kind-Hearted Child" to illustrate each element. The main character is Kamela, a 6th grade student who finds an injured puppy near her school. She convinces her classmates to help the puppy despite their initial disgust. The theme is about love, care and compassion for animals.