Narrative Writing
To-Do List
1. Brainstorming
2. Graphic Organizer
3. Check in with a teacher
4. Drafting/Color Coding
5. Check in with a teacher
6. Self edit
7. Peer edit
8. Revisions/Color Coding
9. Check in with a teacher
10. Print to the LMC color printer
**Peer Conference for ideas and revisions can be utilized at any time during workshop.
Part 1: Brainstorming
Writing a Personal Narrative: Brainstorming a Story for Kids
Brainstorming
Use one of the graphic organizers to determine what your story will be about (on the counter).
If you have already started a story, complete the organizer with events from your story.
Keep this organizer in the WRITING section of your notebook.
Part 2: Drafting
Elements of a story
Complete the plot diagram worksheet to make a complete narrative. Use the following links for help.
You must complete the exposition, rising action, climax in class on Tuesday, Nov. 1. The falling action and resolution is due by Wednesday.
Developing a Great Lead
Adding details
How to write descriptively - Nalo Hopkinson
Developing an Ending
What do I have to have in my narrative?
Google document titled Narrative 2016
- Point of view, figurative language, word choice, transition words, all elements of a plot diagram, and dialogue.
- Use this powerpoint to help you.
- Watch this video to help you
Step 3: Revising and Editing
Editing and Revising
Follow the steps on this powerpoint for editing and revising.