By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1
Understand Narrative Writing
Understand what narrative writing is
2
Identify Key Elements
Identify key narrative elements: character, setting, problem
3
Create a Short Narrative
Create a short narrative of their own
💡Design note: Bright and student-friendly · Minimal text · Illustrations for storytelling · Interactive questions for discussion · Clear sections for activities
What is Narrative Writing? & Key Elements of a Story
What is Narrative Writing?
Narrative writing tells a story
Includes characters, setting, and events
Examples: stories, novels, fairy tales, films
💬What stories do you love most?
Key Elements of a Story
Character
Setting
Problem / Conflict
Beginning, Middle, End
💡Also coming up: IB learner profile slides · ATL skills slide · Exit ticket slide · Teacher notes under each slide (very useful for observations)
Story Builder Game, Writing Challenge & Share Your Story
🎲 Story Builder Game
Students combine ideas to create a mini story.
Character – Who is in your story?
Setting – Where does it happen?
Problem – What goes wrong?
✍️ Writing Challenge
Write 5–6 lines using:
A character
A setting
A problem
📢 Share Your Story
Students read their stories aloud.
Class identifies narrative elements.
Exit Ticket
Before you go, write down your ideas:
1
One Character Idea
Who is your character? Give them a name, age, or personality trait.
2
One Setting
Where does your story take place? Describe the place in a few words.
3
One Problem
What challenge or conflict does your character face?
🏠Homework: Write a 100-word narrative · Topic: A strange thing that happened on the way to school.
Think About It & Mystery Picture Activity
💭 Think About It
What makes a story interesting?
What is your favourite story and why?
🖼️ Mystery Picture Activity
Imagine an image prompt of a child with a suitcase in a forest. Now ask yourself: