NARRATIVE TEXT
English Subject – Grade 8–9 (Phase D) Skill Focus : Writing
Learning Objectives
Students understand the definition of narrative
text
Students identify the structure of narrative text
Students recognize the language features of
narrative text
Students are able to write a narrative text with
proper structure and grammar
What Is Narrative Text?
Narrative text is a type of text that tells a
sequence of [Link] story can be real or
imaginary and aims to entertain or deliver a
moral lesson.
Purpose of Narrative Text
To entertain the readers or listeners
To convey a moral message or life lesson
To develop imagination and creativity
Structure of Narrative Text
Orientation – Introduces the characters, time,
and place
Complication – A problem or conflict appears
Resolution – The problem is solved
(Optional) Coda/Re-orientation – The moral
message or closing
Explanation of Structure
Orientation: Who is in the story? When and
where does it happen?
Complication: What problem occurs?
Resolution: How is the problem solved?
Coda: What can we learn from the story?
Language Features
Uses past tense (e.g., went, saw, said)
Uses action verbs (e.g., ran, jumped, fell)
Uses time connectives (e.g., then, suddenly,
after that)
Uses descriptive words (e.g., kind, angry, tall)
Types of Narrative Text
Fable – Animal stories with human-like traits
Legend – Stories about the origin of a place
Myth – Stories related to beliefs or mythology
Folktale – Traditional stories passed down
generations
Fiction/Fantasy – Made-up or imaginative stories
Tips for Writing Narrative Text
Follow the correct structure (Orientation –
Complication – Resolution)
Start with an interesting opening
Build a clear and engaging conflict
Use past tense and appropriate vocabulary
End with a satisfying resolution or message
Conclusion
Narrative text tells a sequence of events to
entertain or give a lesson
The main structure: Orientation, Complication,
Resolution
It uses past tense, action verbs, and time
connectives
With understanding and practice, you can write
engaging and meaningful stories