Lesson 3: Writing a Story
Narrative Ladder
Here's a fun way for you to present a story you've written. When you make a Narrative Ladder, you will think about the a story you have just written, pick out the important parts of the plot, and create a "ladder" using the story elements.
Materials:
oaktag or tag-board, cut into 4x18" strips
markers
index cards
hole punch
yarn
1. Think about your story. Make enough strips for each element of the story: characters, setting, problem, events, solution and label each.
2. On the index cards, write about the parts of your story that fit each of the elements. For example on the characters strip, you will list your characters. On the setting strip, list the setting - where the story is taking place. When you are done, attach each card to the oaktag,strip.
3. When you are finished, punch holes in the top and bottom of each strip and connect them into a "ladder" to hang in your room.
