Crafting Narrative Stories

Crafting Narrative Stories

9th Grade · ELA · 50 min

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Learning Objective

I can write a narrative with a clear plot, engaging characters, and a consistent point of view.

  • 1

    A character's external want drives the plot forward, while their internal need is what they must learn to grow and fulfill their want.

  • 2

    A character's want is usually known to them, but their need is often unknown or rejected initially.

  • 3

    Wants drive the plot of a story, while needs drive the theme and provide the emotional core.