Narrative Writing: Stories with Purpose
Draft the opening of a personal narrative
Establish characters and setting in writing
Practice using descriptive language
“Commit your works to Yahweh, and your plans will be established.”
— Proverbs 16:3 (WEB)Just as we plan our stories, God helps us plan our lives
Gather students in a circle and review the story map from yesterday's lesson. Remind them they will begin writing their personal narrative today.
Demonstrate how to start a personal narrative by introducing characters, setting, and an interesting situation.
Students will draft the opening paragraph of their personal narrative, focusing on creating an engaging start.
Simpler: Write 3-4 sentences about a simple experience
Challenge: Include dialogue and sensory details
Share opening paragraphs in small groups and provide positive feedback
Dear God, thank you for giving us the ability to tell stories and share our experiences.
Coming up: Next week, we'll continue developing our personal narratives
“Commit your works to Yahweh, and your plans will be established.”
— Proverbs 16:3 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Create hand motions to remember the verse
Children are learning to transform personal experiences into written narratives
Some children might feel unsure about what story to tell
Enthusiasm about personal experiences and willingness to write