Explore Narrative with NSW DET Stage 1 English Unit: "It’s a Miroocool!"
Introduce your students to the power of storytelling with this engaging and comprehensive resource, specifically aligned with the NSW DET ES1 Unit 17. This two-week unit teaches young learners the concept of narrative using the mentor text It’s a Miroocool! Students will explore how stories can be told through various modes and media, building their writing skills while deepening their understanding of narrative structures.
Learning Intentions:
Students are learning to:
- Understand how narratives can be told through different modes and media.
- Explore the meaning of words in different contexts.
- Recognize how the position of words changes sentence meaning.
Success Criteria:
Students will be able to:
- Recall events and details from the text.
- Identify differences between spoken and written language.
- Use nouns, verbs, and adjectives effectively in their writing.
- Understand that narratives can be both real and imagined.
Interactive and Editable Materials:
This resource includes:
- An editable PowerPoint presentation, allowing for customizations.
- A link to Google Slides for easy digital adaptation.
- A printable PDF version, providing ready-to-use materials for the classroom.
Complete, No-Prep Solution:
With 85 full-color slides, teaching documents, and easy-to-print materials, this resource offers a complete, no-prep solution for Stage 1 teachers. Designed to support your writing program, this unit guides students through clear success criteria and learning intentions while encouraging creativity and engagement with narrative concepts.
Cross-Curricular Integration:
Incorporate cross-curricular learning with this resource that aligns with science and technology outcomes. Students will analyze visual elements, practice cause-and-effect vocabulary, and identify features of paragraphs, providing a holistic approach to English instruction.
This unit includes everything you need to teach narrative writing, from editable presentations to printable handouts. Simply download the zip file to access all materials in PowerPoint, PDF, and Google Slides formats.
Attribution is given to: © State of New South Wales (Department of Education), 2023.
