Year 6 · English · Free Printable
Narrative Writing: The Lighthouse Signal
Plan and draft a tension-building narrative using structure, pacing and character development.
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Learning Intention
Students plan and draft a narrative using tension, pacing and character development.
Australian Curriculum
Supports Year 6 English learning. (AC9E6LY06)
Teacher Notes
Discuss how authors build tension before students begin planning their own story.
Skills Practised
- Narrative structure
- Building tension
- Character development
What Students Will Practise
- Planning a narrative with clear structure
- Building tension and pacing
- Developing characters through action and dialogue
- Drafting a controlled narrative response
How to Use This Worksheet
- Classwork: Guided planning followed by independent drafting.
- Homework: Complete the draft or revise for tension and clarity.
- Revision: Practise narrative structure before assessment.
- Small-group support: Share plans and model how to build tension.
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