Objectives (5 - 7 minutes)

1. Understand Narrative Writing: Students will be able to define what narrative writing is, its purpose, and its components (characters, setting, plot, and conflict/resolution).
2. Identify Narrative Elements: Students will learn to identify the key elements of a narrative in a given text, including characters, setting, plot, and conflict/resolution.
3. Create a Narrative: Students will be able to write a short narrative, incorporating the elements of narrative writing, in a coherent and logical sequence.

Secondary Objectives:

1. Develop Creative Thinking: Through the process of writing their own narratives, students will enhance their creative thinking skills.
2. Improve Communication Skills: As students share their narratives with the class, they will improve their oral communication skills.
3. Enhance Critical Analysis: By identifying the elements of narrative in a given text, students will enhance their critical analysis skills.

The teacher will outline these objectives at the beginning of the lesson, ensuring that students understand what they are expected to learn and what skills they will develop. This will give students a clear focus for the lesson and help them to engage with the activities.

Introduction (10 - 12 minutes)

1. Recap of Previous Knowledge (2 - 3 minutes): The teacher begins by reminding students of the basic elements of a story which they have learned in previous classes - characters, setting, plot, and conflict/resolution. The teacher can use a simple story or a familiar tale as an example to jog the students' memory and initiate a discussion about these elements.

2. Problem Situations (3 - 4 minutes):

   • The teacher presents two scenarios: a) A student who has just moved to a new town and started at a new school, and b) A child who has lost their beloved pet. The teacher asks the students to think about how each of these situations could be turned into a story, with a beginning, middle, and end, and with characters, settings, and conflicts.
   • The teacher then asks the students to share their own experiences related to these scenarios, encouraging them to think about how they felt, what they did, and how the situations were resolved. This will help to make the concept of narrative writing more relatable and engaging for the students.

3. Real-World Context (2 - 3 minutes): The teacher explains that narrative writing is not just a school assignment, but a skill that is used in many real-world situations. For example, journalists use narrative writing to tell stories in news articles, and authors use it to write novels and short stories. The teacher can also mention the importance of narrative in everyday life, such as when we tell our friends about something that happened to us.

4. Topic Introduction (1 - 2 minutes): The teacher introduces the topic of the lesson - 'Writing Narratives'. The teacher explains that narratives are stories that we tell to entertain, inform, or persuade. The teacher can also show a short video clip or a comic strip to grab students' attention and create curiosity about the topic.

5. Engaging Curiosities (2 - 3 minutes):

   • The teacher shares an interesting fact about narratives, such as the world's oldest known story, 'The Epic of Gilgamesh', which was written over 4,000 years ago, or how many popular movies and books follow a narrative structure.
   • The teacher can also share a fun activity related to narrative writing, such as 'pass the story', where each student adds a sentence to a story, or a 'what happens next?' game, where the students have to come up with a creative continuation for a given story. This will create a sense of fun and excitement about the lesson, and will also help to stimulate the students' creativity and imagination.

The teacher ensures that the introduction is engaging and interactive, encouraging the students to participate and share their thoughts and ideas. This will help to create a positive and enthusiastic learning environment, setting the stage for the rest of the lesson.

Development (20 - 25 minutes)

Activity 1: 'Story in a Bag' (10 - 12 minutes)

1. Preparation (2 - 3 minutes): The teacher prepares several bags with a variety of objects, each bag being unique. The teacher also writes the names of different story elements - character, setting, plot, and conflict/resolution - on separate pieces of paper and places them in a bowl.

2. Group Formation (1 minute): The students are divided into groups of 4 or 5. Each group receives a 'story in a bag' and a bowl with the pieces of paper.

3. Instructions (2 - 3 minutes): The teacher explains that the groups' task is to create a narrative using the objects in the bag and the story elements on the pieces of paper. They must include all the elements of a narrative in their story.

4. The Activity (7 minutes): The students begin their task. They take turns in their groups to pick a piece of paper from the bowl and an object from the bag. They repeat this process until all the story elements and objects have been used. They then use these items to create their narrative.

5. Presentation (2 - 3 minutes): Once the time is up, the groups present their narratives to the class. They explain how they used the objects and story elements to develop their story. The teacher provides feedback on the use of narrative elements and creativity.

Activity 2: 'Story Remix' (10 - 13 minutes)

1. Preparation (2 - 3 minutes): The teacher selects a few well-known children's stories, such as 'Cinderella' or 'The Three Little Pigs', and rewrites them without some of the narrative elements. For example, a story might be missing its setting or a key conflict.

2. Group Formation (1 minute): The students remain in their groups from the previous activity. Each group receives a 'story remix' and a large piece of paper and markers.

3. Instructions (2 - 3 minutes): The teacher explains that the groups' task is to add the missing narrative elements back into the 'story remix' and rewrite the story in a coherent and logical sequence.

4. The Activity (7 - 10 minutes): The students begin their task. They discuss and decide on the missing elements and how they can adapt the story to include them. They then write and illustrate their 'remixed' story on the large piece of paper.

5. Presentation (2 - 3 minutes): Once the time is up, the groups present their 'remixed' stories to the class. They explain the changes they made and how the story now flows more smoothly. The teacher provides feedback on the correct use of narrative elements and the creativity in adapting the story.

The teacher ensures that the activities are engaging and interactive, encouraging the students to cooperate and communicate with each other. This will help to reinforce their understanding of narrative writing and provide them with the opportunity to practice their narrative writing skills in a fun and creative way.

Feedback (8 - 10 minutes)

1. Group Discussion (3 - 4 minutes): The teacher facilitates a group discussion where each group is given a chance to present their solutions or conclusions from the activities. This helps in promoting a healthy exchange of ideas, critical thinking, and public speaking skills. The teacher encourages other students to ask questions or provide comments on the presented narratives, thereby creating a peer learning environment.

2. Activity Reflection (2 - 3 minutes): After the group presentations, the teacher guides the students to reflect on the activities. The teacher asks questions like, "How did you decide on the narrative elements to use in the 'Story in a Bag' activity?", "What challenges did you face in 'remixing' the story, and how did you overcome them?", "What did you learn about narrative writing from these activities?" This helps the students in connecting their hands-on experiences with the theoretical aspects of narrative writing.

3. Individual Reflection (2 - 3 minutes): The teacher then asks the students to take a moment to reflect individually on the lesson. The students are encouraged to think about the answers to questions such as:

   • What was the most important concept learned today?
   • What questions do you still have about narrative writing?
   • How can you apply what you learned today in your future writing assignments?
   • What did you find most interesting or challenging about today's lesson?

4. Open Discussion (1 minute): The teacher then opens the floor for a short, open discussion. The teacher can address any common issues or questions that arise during this discussion, and can also provide additional examples or explanations to reinforce the students' understanding of narrative writing.

5. Wrap-Up (1 minute): Finally, the teacher wraps up the feedback session by summarizing the key points of the lesson and reminding the students of the importance of narrative writing in their academic and personal lives. The teacher also encourages the students to continue practicing their narrative writing skills at home and to bring any questions or difficulties to the next class.

The teacher ensures that the feedback session is interactive, respectful, and constructive. This helps in reinforcing the students' understanding of narrative writing, promoting self-reflection and critical thinking, and creating a positive learning environment.

Conclusion (5 - 7 minutes)

1. Summary (2 - 3 minutes): The teacher begins by summarizing the main points of the lesson. The teacher reminds students that narratives are stories that we tell to entertain, inform, or persuade. They include characters, setting, plot, and conflict/resolution. The teacher also highlights the importance of understanding these narrative elements in order to create a well-structured story.

2. Connection of Theory and Practice (1 - 2 minutes): The teacher then explains how the lesson connected theory with hands-on practice. The teacher points out that the 'Story in a Bag' activity allowed students to apply their knowledge of narrative elements to create their own stories. The 'Story Remix' activity, on the other hand, allowed them to analyze and modify existing stories, thus strengthening their understanding of narrative structure.

3. Additional Materials (1 minute): The teacher suggests additional materials for students who wish to further their understanding of narrative writing. These could include books with well-written narratives, online resources that provide writing prompts, and interactive storytelling apps or websites. The teacher can also suggest a few movies or TV series that follow a clear narrative structure, encouraging students to analyze the story elements while enjoying the narrative.

4. Everyday Relevance (1 - 2 minutes): Lastly, the teacher emphasizes the everyday relevance of narrative writing. The teacher explains that we use narrative writing not only in school assignments, but also in many real-life situations. For instance, we use narratives to tell our friends about something that happened to us, to write reports or stories at work, and even in social media posts. The teacher underscores that developing strong narrative writing skills can help students in many aspects of their lives, from expressing themselves clearly to understanding the world around them.

The teacher ensures that the conclusion is clear and engaging, and that it effectively reinforces the key points of the lesson. This helps to consolidate the students' learning and motivate them to continue practicing their narrative writing skills.