Crafting Your Narrative Poem Outline

Year 7 & 8 English Lesson 3: Planning Your Story

What Makes a Great Story?

Characters - Who is in your story? Setting - Where and when does it happen? Conflict - What problem needs solving? Plot - How does the story unfold?

Think-Pair-Share

Think of your favorite story or movie What made the main character interesting? What problem did they face? Share with a partner

Planning Your Narrative Poem

Start with a simple idea Develop your main character Choose an interesting setting Create a problem to solve Plan key events and resolution

Sample Story Outline

Your Turn: Brainstorm Your Story

Use the outline template provided Start with what excites you most Don't worry about perfection Ask for help if you get stuck

Peer Feedback Guidelines

{"left":"Start with something positive\nAsk helpful questions\nSuggest specific improvements\nBe kind and respectful","right":"Listen carefully to ideas\nHelp make the story stronger\nShare your own experiences\nEncourage creativity"}

Remember

Every great story starts with a simple plan Your outline is your roadmap to success Next lesson: Turn your outline into poetry!