1. The Personal Narrative

2. What is a personal narrative?
A personal narrative is an account of an event or experience you have had in your life – your proudest moment, most embarrassing moment, or even a life- changing day.

3. What should a personal narrative have in it?
a) setting (place, surroundings) b) characters (people involved) c) plot (the action, the details of the event) d) significance -- the main point or impression you want to convey *Note: Use first person when writing a personal narrative! This is the only time you are to do this in writing!

4. How do I get started?
First, narrow down your topic. Choose an event which focuses on a short period of time and add depth and detail to it. See the personal narrative assignment sheet for specifics on this.
Next, make sure the events covered are in chronological order.
If any background information is necessary be sure to include that at the beginning.
Finally – get started! Your paper needs to have:
A thesis (consider asking what this experience meant to you, taught you, etc.)
Clear topic sentences
Transitions
Introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.