Crafting Narratives
Grade 6th Grade · ELA · 60 min· Ccss Ccss.ela-literacy.w.6.3
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can write a narrative with a clear beginning, middle, and end.
Warm-Up Video
Amal Mansour · 5:30
How to Write a Personal Narrative
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
A personal narrative is a story about yourself that includes interesting details and experiences you've had.
- 2
When brainstorming ideas for your personal narrative, think about a time when you had to face an obstacle or challenge, or about happy, sad, or funny moments.
- 3
The introduction of your personal narrative should grab the reader's attention by asking a question, telling a joke, sharing a shocking fact, or explaining how the experience changed you.
Practice Questions
12 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Think of a time you faced a challenge. Write a short narrative that includes a beginning describing the challenge, a middle describing how you tried to overcome it, and an end explaining what you learned from the experience.”
Teacher Guide
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