"The narrative writing could be considered reflection or an exploration of the author's values told as a story" (Jennifer, 1988). One of the reasons why narrative writing is important is that it can develop students’ ability to comprehend the story through understanding concept of story. Deep understanding of story generates more complex writing that “plot structures are more tightly organized, and characters are more fully developed” (Tompkins, p. 200). Children’s concept of story starts from reading the story again and again to examine the elements of structure, making students acquire knowledge about plot, setting, characters, theme, and point of view. Through numerous exploration activities, students’ perspectives grow from focusing on what the author says to how he expresses his intentions. If a teacher considers not only students’ finished stories, but how they developed their own story and applied structural elements to their writing to make it more interesting and vivid, his or her assessment will help students write interesting stories for audiences and themselves.
According to Juhyun Lee, in narrative writing, children use various methods such as retelling familiar stories, writing sequels and new episodes for favorite characters, and composing original stories. These methods can give students colorful experiences for rewriting what they read. They can use many literary devices, such as comparison, hyperbole, and so on, and learn how to use elements of story structure to convey their thoughts effectively. Teachers should promote students to build up writing experience as much as possible that finally produces well-knit stories.
Tompkins, G. (2008). Teaching writing: Balancing process and product. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.
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