Terms
Define a literacy narrative.
A first-hand narrative about reading or composing in any form or context.
What is the common pattern for most narratives?
Chronological
A literacy narrative often sets up some sort of situation that needs to be ____.
Resolved
What is narration?
Narration teaches a lesson. Tells a story presenting evidence in an orderly sequence. Is the dominant pattern in a lot of writing.
A sequence of events involving characters in conflict situations.
The plot
An effective _______ helps the reader understand the meaning of your narrative.
ending
What are 2-3 genres that students may come across that require narratives?
Cover letters, Job applications, Scholarship applications, artist and personal statements
What are the four parts of a story organizer (in order)?
Beginning, middle, climax, end
A good _____ indicates something about the subject of the narrative and makes the reader want to take a look.
title
Name 2-3 things that form a well told story?
Structure, vivid details, dialogue, significance to the author
Characters, setting, problem, and solution all revolve around what main part of a story?
Theme
Vivid sensations of _____,_____,_____,_____ and _____ bring details in a narrative to life.
sight, sound, taste, smell, textures