Narrative Writing: Planning and Outlining
Students will learn strategies for planning and outlining their own narratives, focusing on developing a clear plot, characters, and setting.
Key Questions
- Design a narrative outline that effectively maps out the progression of a story's conflict.
- Justify the inclusion of specific details in a narrative plan to enhance character development.
- Explain how pre-writing strategies can prevent common narrative writing challenges.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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