| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | English |
| What topic | Intro to narrative writing and idea development |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
English
Intro to Narrative Writing and Idea Development
Grade 7
30 minutes
20
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Narrative Writing | 5 | Briefly explain what narrative writing is, including elements such as characters, setting, conflict, and plot. Use examples from literature. |
| 2 | Idea Brainstorming | 5 | Discuss potential sources for narrative ideas (personal experiences, observations, or imagination). Prompt students to jot down quick ideas. |
| 3 | Printable Card Activity | 10 | Distribute printable cards to students. Instruct them to fill out their narrative idea, including key elements like the main character and setting. |
| 4 | Peer Feedback | 5 | In pairs, students share their ideas with a partner and provide feedback. Remind students to focus on clarity and creativity during sharing. |
| 5 | Collection of Cards | 5 | Collect or randomly check the printed cards for completion. Scan through them for assessment and understanding without requiring presentations. |
| 6 | Wrap-Up and Homework Assignment | 5 | Summarize key points from the lesson. Assign students to develop a draft narrative based on the ideas they generated and filled on their cards. |
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to dive into the fascinating world of narrative writing. Can anyone tell me what narrative writing is? Yes, that’s right! It’s a type of writing that tells a story.
In narrative writing, we typically include certain key elements: characters, setting, conflict, and plot. For example, think about a book or a movie you really enjoy. Who are the main characters? Where does the story take place? What is the main conflict or challenge that the characters face?
Let’s take a look at a short excerpt from a story (optional: show this on the projector). What do you notice about the characters and setting in this passage? Great observations! Remember, these elements are crucial as we begin crafting our own narratives today."
"Now, let’s get our creative juices flowing! I want you to think about where you might find inspiration for a narrative idea. This could come from personal experiences, things you've observed in your life, or even something entirely from your imagination.
Take a minute or two to jot down quick ideas in your notebooks. Think about memorable events, interesting people, or thrilling situations you’ve encountered. You have about five minutes, so let your ideas flow!"
"Alright, I hope those ideas are sparking your creativity! Now, I’m going to hand out printable cards to each of you. These cards will help you organize your thoughts and develop your narrative idea further.
On the card, I want you to write down your main idea, including the main character, the setting, and a brief outline of the conflict. Don’t worry about making this perfect—just get your ideas down.
You have ten minutes to complete this activity. Go ahead and start writing!"
"Now that you’ve had a chance to fill out your cards, it’s time to share your ideas with a partner. Find someone sitting near you and take turns sharing what you've written down. After you share, I want you to give each other feedback.
When providing feedback, focus on clarity and creativity. Ask each other questions that might help develop the story. For example, you could ask: 'What challenges does your character face?' or 'How does the setting enhance the conflict?' You've got five minutes for this sharing session. Ready? Go!"
"Now that you've shared your ideas, I’d like to collect your cards or check them for completion. As I go around, I’ll be quickly scanning through them to assess your understanding and see the variety of ideas you've come up with—all without requiring presentations today.
Please pass your cards to the front. Thank you for your participation in this activity!"
"Great job today, everyone! We’ve covered some important elements of narrative writing and brainstormed some exciting ideas.
As a summary, remember that characters need to be relatable, settings should enhance your story, and conflicts drive the plot.
For homework, I want you to take the ideas from your cards and expand them into a first draft of a narrative story. This will be due next class, and you won't need to present it, so feel free to reflect and be creative.
Does anyone have any last questions? No? Alright, have a wonderful day, and I can’t wait to read your drafts!"
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the key elements of narrative writing? | |
| Can you name a book or movie with strong characters and setting? | |
| How can personal experiences inspire a narrative idea? | |
| What should you include in your printable card for the narrative idea? | |
| Why is peer feedback important in the narrative writing process? | |
| What are some questions you could ask a partner during feedback? | |
| How can the setting enhance the conflict in a story? | |
| What is the goal of the homework assignment for this lesson? | |
| Why is it important for characters to be relatable in a narrative? | |
| How does conflict drive the plot in a narrative? |