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Instructional Video9:47
Curated Video

Establishing a Clear and Engaging Beginning in Narrative Writing

K - 5th
In this lesson, we learned about the importance of establishing a situation at the beginning of a narrative. This includes introducing the characters, setting, and kickoff events that ease the reader into the story. Without a clear...
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Instructional Video14:51
Curated Video

7 Top Tips For Narrative Writing: Top Set Writing Skills

6th - 11th
Buy my revision guides in paperback on Amazon*: Mr Bruff’s Guide to GCSE English Language https://amzn.to/2GvPrTV Mr Bruff’s Guide to GCSE English Literature https://amzn.to/2POt3V7 Mr Bruff’s Guide to ‘Macbeth’ https://amzn.to/2GxYO5p...
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Instructional Video7:20
Curated Video

Understanding and Using Flashbacks in Narrative Writing

K - 5th
This video is a lesson for students on using flashbacks in writing. It explains what a flashback is, how it can be used to develop characters and plot, and provides examples and practice exercises. The teacher guides students in adding...
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Instructional Video8:13
Curated Video

Using Precise Language in Narrative Writing

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of using precise language in writing to convey specific effects and engage the reader. They provide examples of concrete and abstract words, and guide students in rewriting sentences to...
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Instructional Video5:55
TED-Ed

TED-Ed: Slowing down time (in writing & film) - Aaron Sitze

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Certain moments in our lives seem to last forever. Whether it is a first kiss or a car crash, time can seem to stretchor even stop. Aaron Sitze explains how this sensation is conveyed in cinema and how the same conventions can be used to...
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Instructional Video10:54
TED Talks

Jacqueline Woodson: What reading slowly taught me about writing

12th - Higher Ed
Reading slowly -- with her finger running beneath the words, even when she was taught not to -- has led Jacqueline Woodson to a life of writing books to be savored. In a lyrical talk, she invites us to slow down and appreciate stories...
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Instructional Video1:47
Teaching Without Frills

How to Write an Imaginative Narrative for Kids Episode 1: What is it?

3rd - 5th
In this video, you will learn how to write an imaginative narrative, or fantasy story! In Episode 1, we answer the question, "What is an imaginative narrative?" After learning about the characteristics of this genre, we'll look at...
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Instructional Video2:08
Teaching Without Frills

How to Write an Imaginative Narrative for Kids Episode 5: Events

3rd - 5th
In this video, you will learn how to write about the events in your imaginative narrative or fantasy story. You will learn how to write about the rising action leading up the the problem, describe the problem in detail, and stretch out...
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Instructional Video2:48
Teaching Without Frills

How to Write an Imaginative Narrative for Kids Episode 4: Writing an Introduction

3rd - 5th
In this video, you will learn how to write an introduction (or exposition) for an imaginative narrative or fantasy story! We will learn how to hook the reader, introduce the characters and setting, and set the mood for the story.
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Instructional Video3:09
Teaching Without Frills

How to Write an Imaginative Narrative for Kids Episode 3: Planning Your Story

3rd - 5th
In this video, you will learn how to make a plan for your imaginative narrative using a story map! We will plan the characters, setting, and events, including the problem and solution.
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Instructional Video4:58
Teaching Without Frills

Writing a Personal Narrative for Kids - Episode 4: Writing a Draft

3rd - 5th
In this video, you will learn how to write a draft for your personal narrative story. We will write the important events in order, using transition words and details to describe what happened.
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Instructional Video2:43
Teaching Without Frills

How to Write an Imaginative Narrative for Kids Episode 2: Brainstorming

3rd - 5th
In this video, you will learn how to brainstorm an imaginative narrative or fantasy story using a graphic organizer. We will learn how to brainstorm different ideas for the character and setting, and then choose the ones that are best...
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Instructional Video2:46
Curated Video

Understanding Writing Prompts: How to Decode and Respond

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to understand and analyze writing prompts. They emphasize the importance of circling keywords and determining whether to write a narrative or an essay. The teacher provides an example prompt and...
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Instructional Video2:48
Teaching Without Frills

How to Write an Imaginative Narrative for Kids Episode 7: Revising Your Story

3rd - 5th
In this video, you will learn how to revise your imaginative narrative or fantasy story. We will review how to add, change, or remove parts of your story to make it even better!
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Instructional Video6:01
Curated Video

Making Your Narrative Flow: Avoiding Jumps in Time and Place

K - 5th
This video provides a step-by-step guide on how to ensure that your personal narrative makes sense to the reader. It emphasizes the importance of rereading, identifying jumps in time and place, and using transitional words to maintain a...
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Instructional Video3:07
Teaching Without Frills

Writing a Personal Narrative for Kids - Episode 3: Writing an Introduction

3rd - 5th
In this video, you will learn how to write an introduction for your personal narrative story. We discuss different strategies, such as using sound, dialogue, questions, and describing the setting.
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Instructional Video6:55
Curated Video

Improving Your Personal Narrative with Detailed Language

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher guides students on how to improve their personal narratives by using detailed language to describe events. They go through the writing process and emphasize the importance of adding sensory descriptions to make...
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Instructional Video5:20
Teaching Without Frills

Writing a Personal Narrative for Kids - Episode 5: Writing a Closing or Conclusion

3rd - 5th
In this video, you will learn how to write a closing or conclusion for your personal narrative story. We will discuss different strategies like rephrasing your opening, sharing feelings, describing a lesson learned, telling a hope you...
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Instructional Video2:45
Curated Video

Understanding Writing Prompts

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to understand and analyze writing prompts. They emphasize the importance of underlining key words in the prompt and determining whether a narrative or essay is required. The teacher then provides...
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Instructional Video7:19
Curated Video

Writing a Logical and Meaningful Conclusion in Narrative Texts

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher guides students through the process of writing a logical and meaningful conclusion for a narrative text. Using examples from familiar stories, the teacher explains how to answer key questions about character...
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Instructional Video9:53
Curated Video

Maintaining Narrative Point of View in Writing

K - 5th
This video is a lesson for students on maintaining a consistent narrative point of view in their writing. The teacher explains the different types of point of view, provides examples, and guides the students through practice exercises.
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Instructional Video3:00
Teaching Without Frills

Writing a Personal Narrative for Kids - Episode 8: Publishing for Kids

3rd - 5th
In this video, you will learn how to publish your personal narrative story. Publishing means getting your writing ready to share with others!
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Instructional Video1:39
Teaching Without Frills

Writing a Personal Narrative for Kids - Episode 2: Making a Plan

3rd - 5th
In this video, you will learn how to make a plan for your personal narrative story. We will use a graphic organizer to organize our ideas.
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Instructional Video5:28
Curated Video

Review for You: Writing Personal Narratives

3rd - Higher Ed
New ReviewMr. Griot reviews the characteristics of a personal narrative. He then shows how graphic organizers are helpful when writing a personal narrative. He reviews the steps that should be followed to move a story from the planning stage to...

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