The Art of Storytelling · Narrative Reading and Writing

Building Atmospheric Settings

Using sensory details and expanded noun phrases to transport the reader into the world of the story.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the author use the five senses to create a vivid picture of the setting?
  2. 2In what ways can the setting influence the mood of a particular scene?
  3. 3How can we use specific vocabulary to show rather than tell the reader where we are?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - WritingNCCA: Primary - Oral Language
Class/Year: 3rd Year
Subject: The Power of Words: Exploring Narrative and Information
Unit: The Art of Storytelling
Period: Narrative Reading and Writing

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