Grade: 6 Subject: English Language Arts Topic: Nonfiction Narrative Writing

Learning Target: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to identify the elements of narrative writing, compose a narrative essay, identify a topic to create a personal narrative, develop writing process skills by writing a personal narrative based on real events utilizing the first person point of view, create a comic strip to illustrate their personal narrative, and analyze a nonfiction narrative sample.

Procedure:

1. Introduction (10 minutes) a. Begin the lesson by asking students if they know what narrative writing is and if they have ever written a narrative before. b. Explain that narrative writing is a type of writing that tells a story or recounts real events. c. Share examples of narrative writing, such as short stories, personal narratives, and memoirs. d. Introduce the learning target for the lesson.

2. Elements of Narrative Writing (15 minutes) a. Discuss the essential elements of narrative writing, including characters, setting, plot, conflict, and resolution. b. Show examples of each element using a short story or a picture book. c. Engage students in a discussion about how these elements contribute to a narrative.

3. Choosing a Topic for Personal Narrative (10 minutes) a. Explain to students that they will be writing a personal narrative based on real events from their own lives. b. Brainstorm a list of possible topics for personal narratives as a class, such as a memorable vacation, a special family event, or an achievement they are proud of. c. Encourage students to choose a topic that is meaningful to them and will engage their readers.

4. Writing Process Skills (20 minutes) a. Review the steps of the writing process: prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing. b. Model the prewriting phase by brainstorming ideas, creating an outline, or using a graphic organizer for their personal narrative. c. Provide time for students to begin drafting their personal narratives, offering support and guidance as needed.

5. First Person Point of View (10 minutes) a. Explain the concept of the first person point of view, where the narrator is a character in the story and uses pronouns like “I” and “me.” b. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using the first person point of view in narrative writing. c. Encourage students to use the first person point of view in their personal narratives to make them more engaging and personal.

6. Creating a Comic Strip (15 minutes) a. Explain that a comic strip is a visual representation of a story using panels and illustrations. b. Instruct students to create a comic strip that illustrates a scene or event from their personal narrative. c. Provide materials such as paper, markers, and colored pencils for students to use.

7. Analyzing a Nonfiction Narrative Sample (15 minutes) a. Distribute a nonfiction narrative sample to each student. b. Instruct students to read the sample and identify the elements of narrative writing present in the text. c. Facilitate a class discussion about the sample, focusing on how the author effectively uses narrative elements to engage the reader.

8. Conclusion (5 minutes) a. Review the learning target and ask students if they feel confident in their ability to identify the elements of narrative writing and compose a personal narrative. b. Encourage students to continue practicing their narrative writing skills outside of the classroom.

Possible Topics for Personal Narrative: 1. The most memorable day of my life 2. A time when I overcame a fear 3. My proudest moment 4. A family tradition that is important to me 5. A time when I helped someone in need 6. The best vacation I ever had 7. A challenging experience that taught me a valuable lesson 8. A special birthday celebration 9. A time when I achieved a personal goal 10. A funny or embarrassing moment I will never forget