Description
An example narrative essay is just what you need to get your narrative writing unit started! The “small moment” in this essay focuses on a surprise birthday party. Using this narrative essay with example elements will ensure your students are on the right track!
How do I use a personal narrative essay example?
Share this essay with students while using the checklist. Together, identify examples of essential narrative writing elements. I recommend using a different colored marker to find each item on the checklist. Students can follow along! TWO essays are included– an original version and an easier version for differentiation.
What does an example personal narrative essay include?
- a “small moment”
- bold beginning
- dialogue and feelings
- transition words, such as next, after, then, all of a sudden, moments later
- sensory and figurative language
- paragraphs
- clever closing
What else is included with “Example Narrative Essay and Unit”?
- 10 days of lesson plans
- labeled student notes (in color and b/w)
- dialogue anchor chart
- “show, not tell” activity
- “small moments” activity
- 2 types of drafting paper
- transition words
- revising/editing checklist
- short, 5-min revising videos for kids
- an easy-to-grade assessment
- 5 pages of narrative essay anchor charts
- bonus figurative language activity
Table of Contents is hyperlinked for easy navigation
Using this example narrative essay with a comprehensive, step-by-step unit is sure to set your students up for success!
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