Develop your students’ narrative skills with this Narrative Writing Scheme of Work for CIE 0500, crafted for Language Paper 2 or coursework. Ideal for First Language English students, this scheme blends practical techniques with creative exercises, using engaging model texts and expert advice to build confidence in storytelling. Tried and tested with GCSE students over several years, this resource supports a wide range of abilities and prepares students for both coursework and exam success.
Key Features:
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Key Narrative Features – Comprehensive lessons on essential narrative elements such as characterisation, setting, plot development, and narrative perspective, giving students the tools to create compelling stories.
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Distinguishing Descriptive vs. Narrative Writing – Clear guidance on the differences between descriptive and narrative writing, helping students understand and apply the unique features of each style.
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Example Short Stories as Models – A curated selection of original model short stories provides concrete examples, demonstrating effective storytelling techniques and structure.
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Advice from Stephen King
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Free Writing Practice – Engaging free-writing exercises encourage creativity, helping students unlock their narrative voice and experiment with ideas before shaping them into polished stories.
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Focus on Narrative and Descriptive Techniques – A model extract serves as a foundation for practising narrative and descriptive techniques, from sensory details to figurative language, allowing students to enrich their writing.
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Coursework Task Breakdown – For coursework students, this scheme includes a detailed breakdown of the narrative coursework task, with clear steps for planning and structuring the assignment. This breakdown can be easily adapted for exam preparation, offering guidance on narrative structure and pacing for timed writing.
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Tried and Tested – This scheme has proven effective in preparing students across abilities for the CIE 0500 narrative writing task, with consistently strong results. With practical tools, creativity, and expert guidance, this scheme provides a solid foundation for student success in narrative writing.
This resource is the perfect companion to the Descriptive Writing SOW, offering a complete toolkit for building narrative writing skills in the CIE curriculum. Ideal for coursework routes and adaptable for exams, this scheme of work empowers students to become confident, engaging storytellers.
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