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Which subject | English |
What topic | Personal narrative writing |
What length (min) | 30 |
What age group | Year or Grade 3 |
Class size | 20 |
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Number of slides | 5 |
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Personal Narrative Writing
Grade 3
English Language Arts
20 students
The lesson aligns with the national curriculum standards for third-grade writing, specifically focusing on narrative writing, writing coherence, and the use of detailed descriptions in storytelling.
Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
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1 | Introduction to Personal Narratives | 5 | Discuss the definition of a personal narrative and its structure (beginning, middle, end). Use an example to illustrate these components. |
2 | Brainstorming Session | 5 | Guide students through a brainstorming activity where they think of personal experiences they can write about. Encourage them to consider moments of excitement, challenge, or growth. |
3 | Graphic Organizer | 10 | Provide students with a graphic organizer to plan their narratives. Instruct them to outline their story using the organizer, focusing on key elements such as characters, setting, problem, and resolution. |
4 | Writing the Narrative | 7 | Allow students to write their personal narratives in class. Remind them to include descriptive details and a clear structure. |
5 | Peer Feedback | 3 | In pairs, students will exchange their drafts and provide constructive feedback using a guiding rubric provided by the teacher. |
6 | Conclusion and Homework Assignment | 3 | Summarize the lesson by highlighting the importance of personal narratives and peer feedback. Assign homework to revise their narratives based on peer feedback and hand it in the next class without requiring presentations. |
Students will revise their personal narratives based on peer feedback and submit the final draft in the next class.