ELA · 6th Grade · 35 min
Writing Short Stories
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Objective
I can write a short narrative story with a clear beginning, middle, and end.
Warm-up video
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Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
A narrative, or story, generally follows a structure that includes the orientation, the problem, and the solution.
- 2
The orientation introduces the characters and the setting, which is the where and when of the story.
- 3
The problem, or complication, is the most exciting part of the narrative, while the solution is where the writer solves the problem.
Practice
6 questions
What is the primary purpose of a narrative?
In a narrative, what is the purpose of the 'orientation'?
Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Write a short narrative story that includes a clear beginning (orientation), middle (problem), and end (solution). The story should be at least three paragraphs long.”
Sample answer included in Teacher Guide
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