Unit 8 Lesson 11: Writing a Narrative Portfolio Directions
Choose one of these topics to write your narrative story. If you have another topic idea, please send it to me in a webmail!
A student-athlete faces a challenge, and they have to…
A child from a small village went to the city for the first time, and they…
Dev was able to convince his town to do something important, and he couldn’t believe…
As the unexpected storm rolled in, the hikers realized…
Your character discovers how to travel through time. They decide to go to…
John opened the door and picked up the brown package on the porch. Immediately, he knew something wasn't right.
Today seemed like the perfect day, until...
Your character is walking along the beach when they discover a hidden pathway.
The aliens were all around us. They looked like...
I couldn't believe it when my favorite celebrity wanted to hang out with me! The first thing we did was…
Your character goes on a field trip to the local museum when suddenly one exhibit comes to life.
April ran as fast as she could, desperate to get away from…
I couldn't believe I had washed up on a deserted island. Luckily, I still had my…
Katie watched as her friends walked away. She never thought their friendship would end after something like this. It all started when…
Your character has an opportunity to take a ride on a spaceship to another planet in the galaxy.
When I woke up, the first thing I noticed was that I wasn't in my house…
The small town that Aaron called home was about to change because…
Your character finds someone’s wallet on the street. They look inside and have to decide whether to return it or not…
You can use this Graphic Organizer to help you organize your thoughts and your story before you write it. Using this graphic organizer is optional and not required.
CHARACTERS
SETTING
CONFLICT
PLOT
Beginning
Middle
End
RESOLUTION
Use these guidelines to help you write your narrative story:
You need at least 5 paragraphs in your story, if not more!
Introduction (1 paragraph; Needs to be at least 5 sentences long)
Does the introduction engage the reader?
Does it introduce the narrator or main characters?
Does it set the context for the story, such as describing the setting or introducing a conflict?
Body Paragraphs (Need to have 3 paragraphs, with at least 5 sentences in each paragraph)
Does the sequence of events unfold naturally and logically?
Is dialogue used at the right times to develop the characters and move the story forward?
Is description used, including sensory language and descriptive details, to help develop the experiences, events, and characters?
Is the pacing effective for the story? Does the story move along?
Do I have dialogue and conversation between the characters? (You need to include a conversation at least 2 times, using quotation marks!)
Conclusion (1 paragraph; Needs to be at least 5 sentences long)
Does the conclusion follow from and reflect on the narrated experiences?
Does the resolution solve the conflict that is central to the plot and wrap up the plot without leaving any loose ends?
Does the conclusion show how a character has changed/grown?
Did the conclusion clarify the theme or message of the story?
Did the conclusion reflect on the meaning of the events and experiences?
Revising and Editing:
Are the sentences written in a way that gets my ideas across clearly?
Did I use the best word choice to express my ideas?
Are all the words spelled correctly?
Are there any errors in grammar?
Are there any errors in punctuation or capitalization?
Use the Grammarly App: Grammarly
Final Touches:
Choose an easy-to-read font, or typeface, and decide on the size of the type.
Create margins in your page layout that are even and make the pages easy to read.
Set the amount of space between lines.
Make a heading with your name, your teacher’s name, the class, and the date.
Center and boldface the creative title of your story.
Decide whether you want to create a cover for your story. If so, find an illustration on a website, or use your own work of art! (a photograph, drawing, painting, etc.)
Remember to proofread your story carefully before submitting it. Make sure it flows well, there are no spelling or grammar errors, and your ideas are clearly communicated. Good luck with your narrative portfolio!
JUST MAKE THE NARRITIVE STORY BOT I'M LITERALLY TIRED OF YOUR PROGRAMING
I'm sorry for the frustration. Here is a short narrative story for you:
Title: The Mysterious Package
John opened the door and picked up the brown package on the porch. Immediately, he knew something wasn't right. The package was addressed to him, but there was no return address. Curiosity piqued, he quickly ripped open the package to find a mysterious key inside.
Today seemed like the perfect day, until John found that key. He couldn't shake the feeling that something strange was going on, something beyond his understanding.
As John examined the key, he noticed it was unlike any he had ever seen before. It was old, rusted, and had strange symbols etched into its surface. Intrigued, he decided to take a walk around the neighborhood, hoping to find some clue as to what the key might unlock.
Walking along the familiar streets, John's eyes landed on an old abandoned mansion at the end of the road. Without hesitation, he approached the mansion and tried the key in the rusty lock. To his surprise, the door creaked open, revealing a dark and dusty interior.
Stepping inside, John felt a chill run down his spine. The mansion was filled with cobwebs and shadows, but something drew him further in. As he explored the rooms, he discovered a hidden staircase leading down to a mysterious underground chamber.
In the chamber, he found an ancient treasure chest with a note that read, "Only the chosen one can unlock the secrets of the past." With shaking hands, John used the key to unlock the chest, revealing a map that led to a long-forgotten treasure buried deep in the woods.
Filled with excitement and wonder, John set out on an adventure of a lifetime, following the map to uncover the hidden treasure and unlock the mysteries of the past. And as he stood there, holding the treasure in his hands, he couldn't believe how a simple package had led him to such an extraordinary discovery.
I hope you find this narrative story intriguing! Let me know if you would like any modifications.