Wow! What an informative week we had to learn about how one writes an effective narrative writing piece. My colleagues and I shockingly learned that we could make use of descriptive writing when we are doing narrative writing. This was surprising to me because previously, I never thought about narrative writing pieces including descriptive pieces. How when I heard this it caused me to recall the times that I used figurative language to describe characters and the setting when composing a narrative piece.
I had previously known that
narrative writing is a form of writing that contains interesting events based
on different elements such as the characters, the setting, and the plot, just to
name a few, of writing. However, after this week’s lectures, I am more
cognizant that a good narrative piece must be so engaging to the point where it
makes the reader transported into another world or era and feel as if he or she
is directly a part of the story. Furthermore, Mrs. Lazarus used a creative an
innovative strategy of getting my classmates and I more comfortable to write an
excellent narrative writing piece by giving us the topic ‘Johnathan Learns His
Lesson’ and having us brainstorm and describe how we would go about creating a
plot structure for this narrative writing piece. I loved this strategy, and I will
definitely be ‘copying’ this tactic to use in my classroom.😉
Howdy Denisha! It is wonderful that you found the connection between descriptive writing and narratives; as it truly enhances the reader's experience by painting a vivid picture. Mrs. Lazarus' approach sounds innovative indeed; borrowing her tactic I believe is a fantastic idea! I truly admire when you can model from lecturers, as teaching is all about sharing effective strategies. Happy writing!
ReplyDeleteAndrea are you considering borrowing Mrs. Lazarus tactic also? For me I love the strategies that she uses to teach each of her lessons. Always connects it to real life situations, as we learn, learning should not be taught in isolation.
DeleteOh yes Makeda! Most definitely! Her tactics towards teaching and learning are definitely ones I am considering adapting into my classroom. It makes learning fun and engaging, something the students need in these times.
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DeleteWell, well Denisha, I am happy that we are never to old to learn. For me I really liked when Mrs. Lazarus mentioned that in writing a narrative piece, it is very important to give a vivid description of the characters in the story. This will allow the reader to have better understanding of the role and insight of the characters. Also you made mentioned that narrative writing takes readers to another world, just imagine if we teach this strategy, how much places our students will make us visit. wow! Am definitely looking forward in teaching this strategy to my daughter and other students that will be placed in my care.
ReplyDeleteHi everyone I definitely agree that Mrs. Lazarus' techniques have made the classes worthwhile and fun. Denisha, I also like the brainstorming activity. This helped me a lot when I had to write my story grammar for my Narrative piece. I'm sure that it helped you also.
ReplyDeleteHi Andrea, I model from Mrs Lazaurs as best I can. She uses such dynamic tactics to instil in us to become better teachers of Literacy. Makeada, of course, I will be using the strategy of brainstorming and creating a plot structure when instructing my students in descriptive writing. Doing so will enhance their writing experience in the classroom. Hey Dessy-Ann, I am glad that brainstorming in descriptive writing has helped you immensely; I noticed you mentioned that it also helped you with your narrative piece. I have just now considered using this as a narrative writing strategy, so thanks for that!
ReplyDeleteAm happy to hear Denisha that you are willing to put what you have learnt to practice. I definitely will be using this strategy as well.
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