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Identity Narrative Writing Worksheet

Plan and write a 200–300-word narrative exploring an aspect of identity. You could focus on a place, interest, value, experience, community, or something else that matters to you. Share only what you feel comfortable sharing. Aim for a clear beginning, middle and ending, and use at least three different language features from the toolkit.

Language features toolkit

Choose features that help your reader picture, hear or think about your experience.

Simile — compares using “like” or “as”. Example: The old track curled like a ribbon through the hills.

Metaphor — describes one thing as if it were another. Example: The workshop was my second home.

Alliteration — repeats an initial sound. Example: Bright banners bobbed in the breeze.

Personification — gives human actions or feelings to something non-human. Example: The chilly wind nudged the gate.

Rhetorical question — asks a question for effect, rather than to get an answer. Example: What would this place be without its stories?

Repetition — repeats a word or phrase to add emphasis. Example: I kept going, kept learning, kept trying.

Imagery — uses sensory detail to help readers imagine a moment. Example: Warm bread scents drifted from the kitchen.

Plan your narrative

Jot down ideas you might use. You can keep your notes general or fictionalise details.

1.What place, interest, value, experience or other theme could your narrative explore? Note a few details or moments you might include.

2.Select at least three language features from the toolkit. What phrase, image or moment could you use for each one?

Write your identity narrative

Write 200–300 words. Begin with an opening that draws the reader in, develop your theme with specific moments or examples, and finish with a thoughtful ending. Include at least three different language features. Leave time to reread and edit.

3.Draft your 200–300-word narrative here.

Review and reflect

Reread your draft. Tick each statement when you have checked it.

4.Checklist: Is your narrative 200–300 words? Does it have a clear beginning, middle and ending? Have you included specific moments and at least three different language features? Have you checked spelling and punctuation?

5.Which language feature works best in your narrative, and how does it help communicate your theme?