Revising your memoir

1) Recap

As we get everything set up, answer the questions

from the challenge in your handout.
The plot
(literary element)

The series of events that make up a story of the

main part of a story.
 Narrative structure
(literary element)

Setup Conflict Resolution

What happens in the confrontation?

The main incident sets

things into motion.
Major changes are
developed.
Process Writing

Writing is a process. A cycle. Can you explain why?

Find your spot in the line.

Revising, Submitting a Revising and

Choosing a Finishing a
making submitting
topic draft second draft
changes. final draft
Some points to consider.

Google Drive (Gmail) accounts.

Format.
Release forms.
Pictures (week after mid-winter recess).
Deadlines:
February 22nd, next draft submission.
February 26th, release forms.
March final draft submission (no changes after this date).
Work Stations

Well divide the class into two groups. Those who have
not submitted their drafts, and those who are in the
stage of revision. Each group will have an independent
task.
Time to write

Use the handout as a guide to write a story as

part of your memoir.

Make sure you answer the guiding questions.

Well come back together to share what you

wrote about.
Lets share!