How to Write a Narrative Paragraph

A narrative is a story. To write an effective narrative paragraph, the author must be creative yet concise. A well-written narrative paragraph will appeal to readers because of the author's thorough knowledge of the subject and ability to communicate effectively. Follow these steps to learn more.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Choose a topic that will appeal to the designated audience for your narrative paragraph.

2. List several details that you know or have learned about your chosen topic.

3. Write a topic sentence that introduces what key information will be in the paragraph.

4. Create an outline of your paragraph that begins with your topic sentence and contains at least three important details from your list.

5. Write your three detail sentences. Use transitions between each sentence to lead your reader logically through the narrative.

6. Add your final clincher or concluding sentence that sums up your paragraph without simply repeating the details from your paragraph.

7. Check your paragraph for errors in spelling, grammar and punctuation, or have an adult or peer read your paragraph to identify mistakes.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not write a topic sentence that says starts with, "In this paragraph, I am going to tell you about." This does not draw in your reader.
• Clincher or concluding sentences should not use phrases such as "And that is what happened" or "Thank you for reading my paragraph." These phrases do not add to the narrative.