Key Elements of a Narrative
What is the main purpose of this literacy narrative?
To share a personal story about language or discourse community.
Give an example of a time someone misunderstood a word used in a discourse community.
There is no one correct answer!
What is a hook, and why is it important in a narrative?
A hook is an engaging opening that grabs the reader’s attention.
Turn this sentence into a tweet: "I learned to read by watching cartoons with subtitles."
"Cartoons + subtitles = my secret weapon for learning to read. #ChildhoodHacks"
What is the name of the course?
Writing and Rhetoric 1 (ENC 1101)
Name two key elements that make a literacy narrative effective.
Clear theme, detailed snapshots, personal reflection, and a structured storyline, etc...
What is a language barrier? How can it affect literacy?
A difficulty in understanding or using a language that makes reading, writing, or speaking challenging.
What is the role of dialogue in making a story engaging?
It brings characters to life and makes the narrative more interactive.
Retell a literacy memory as a fake news headline.
"BREAKING: Student accidentally learns 50 new words after falling asleep with a dictionary!"
How many modules are in this course?
Three (3)
Why is having a theme important in a literacy narrative?
It gives the story a central message and helps readers connect with the experience.
Describe a time when you had difficulty with reading comprehension.
Example: Skimming a textbook too fast and misunderstanding key details on a test.
How can sensory details improve a narrative?
They help readers visualize and feel the story by describing sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and textures.
Describe your literacy journey in a single emoji and explain why.
📖 (Book) because reading opened up a new world of possibilities for me.
What is the name of the facilitator/ Professor?
Mr. Deshawn Cooke
What is the difference between a snapshot and a summary in a literacy narrative?
A snapshot is a vivid scene showing an experience, while a summary briefly tells what happened.
Explain how fear of speaking in public can impact someone’s literacy journey.
It can prevent people from practicing their language skills, making them less confident readers and writers.
Give an example of a figurative language device that enhances storytelling.
Simile: "Reading was like unlocking a hidden treasure chest of knowledge."
Create a 2 sentence narrative using the prompt: "The day I realized I became an adult"
Be creative!
What classroom are we in? (Full Building Name and Room Number)
Primera Casa (PC) 441