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Narrative Writing Interactive Lessons

Writing Narratives:
Introduction

Writing Narratives:
Dialogue and
Description

Elaboration A good character description uses concrete words,
sensory details, and dialogue to show what a character is like. You
can almost see Angela’s expression in “LAFFF” when she says, “I
feel like such a jerk.” When you write a descriptive paragraph, use
words that will help your readers imagine your subject.

Theo drafted a description of his friend James. Later, he added
details and changed some dialogue to bring his character to life.

Writing Checklist Revised Draft

Elaboration “Come with me!” shouted James
quickly
Did I use concrete as he disappeared down the basement
words, sensory details,
and dialogue? stairs. He was quick. I followed him

Purpose and looked around. My red-haired,
Do my details show
what my character is freckle-faced neighbor was nowhere to
like? I’m in outer space, and it's awesome!
be seen. “I am in the box,” he said.
Development
Do my words reveal in a loud whisper. The sound was coming
my attitude or feelings from a big box.
about my character?

Organization
Are my topic sentences
and details in an order
that makes sense?

Conventions
Did I combine sentences
for better flow?
Did I use correct
spelling, grammar, and
punctuation?

536 ELA W.5.3a, W.5.3b, W.5.3d, W.5.5