"The Flowers" and "The Wig"

Wednesday, September 27th

Inquiry Question: How can I use narrative techniques in my own writing?

1. Opener: Review News Thread Calendar. When are you presenting? Are you clear on expectations? First up is Grace!

2. Imitation Activity: Share out

3. Discuss "The Flowers" and "The Wig"- what did you appreciate about each one? Which did you prefer and why?
*Discussion Questions on Classroom

4. Writing Prompts- 10 minutes on each

For homework, I want you to choose one  of the prompts you started in class to “play” with.

*This is not your college essay! It is an exercise in narrative writing. So take risks, play with the narrative techniques. Make up the story if need-be. Have FUN!

Requirements: Write your story (about a page or two) and label your use of the following--must label at least 5 different narrative techniques.

1. Imagery 5) speed up/slow down the pacing
2. figurative language to describe 6) include dialogue
3. use a symbol 7) play with the chronology (order)
4. create a tone