Narrative Writing

1. Narrative Writing How to tell a story�

2. Pre-Assessment What is the purpose of narrative writing? What are sensory details? What is dialogue? What is interior monologue? What is the best way to structure a narrative? What is the difference between autobiographical, biographical, and fictional narratives?

3. Purpose: To tell a story It has a beginning, middle, and ending Tells the order in which events take place Told from a particular point of view

4. Types of Narratives

5. Autobiographical Narratives The autobiographical narrative is a story about the self. Usually the subject is an important or key event within the writer's childhood or adolescence.

6. Biographical Narratives The biographical narrative is a story written about another person. The narrative centers around an important or key event in the subject�s life.

7. Fictional Narratives A fictional narrative is an original story created by the writer. Examples of these narratives are short stories, novels, myths, etc.

8. General Characteristics Reveals something of importance Depicts characters and setting Shows, doesn�t tell Presents events in a clear sequencing of events Usually written in the first person, using �I.� However, third person can be used effectively.

9. Structure: A Writer�s Framework All narratives contain a beginning, middle, and an end.

10. Writing Beginnings Step 1: Start with a �hook�- an interesting opener to �reel� in the reader. Examples: -an exciting moment -an unusual statement -a bit of dialogue -a vivid description

11. Beginnings Con�t. Step 2: Provide necessary background information in order to orient your readers. Step 3: Hint at the significance of the experience. Don�t give too much away.

12. The Body Organize events so that they are easy to follow Include sensory details and precise, concrete language to develop plot and character(s). Use a range of appropriate strategies

13. Writing Strategies Figurative language: language using figures of speech such as hyperbole, simile, metaphor, symbolism and personification to form imagery is figurative language. Dialogue: is a conversation between two or more people. It is also a literary form in which two or more parties engage in a discussion. Interior Monologue: a narrative device used to allow the reader access to the character�s inner thoughts and feelings.

14. Ending Reflect on what the experience meant to you (autobiographical) or the person (biographical). End with a direct statement of significance of the incident/experience.

15. Reflection 1.����� What is the purpose of narrative writing? 2.����� What is sensory detail? 3.����� Define dialogue.4.����� Define interior monologue.5.����� What is the best way to structure a narrative piece?6.����� What is the best way to begin a narrative piece?7.����� What is the best way to end a narrative piece?8.����� What is the difference between biographical and autobiographical narratives?9.����� Is narrative fiction or nonfiction?