Jamie Lee Curtis' "My Brave Year of Firsts" -- Personal Narrative: Lesson Plan

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In this Fearless Dragon Writers, LLC Lesson Plan (created by writer and writing teacher Andrea Felcone), you will find a FULLY SCRIPTED lesson plan to teach a FUN Personal Narrative lesson based on Jamie Lee Curtis’ “My Brave Year of Firsts”. Students will be delighted by Ms. Curtis’ book (and relate to all the ‘firsts’ described: riding a bike, making a friend, etc.) and be inspired to write their very own Personal Narrative! This is an engaging lesson—no dry, boring prompts!

This lesson plan contains—21 pages of tested content—including Teaching Tips, Techniques, and Writing Worksheets (filled with humorous and thoughtful writing prompts) to inspire student writers—even reluctant writers! Writing Concept covered: Personal Narrative (and a bit on Memoir vs. Personal Narrative). (This lesson was designed for 8 - 12-year-olds. There is content here to teach for 90 minutes. You can edit to fit your class length as needed.)

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In this Fearless Dragon Writers, LLC Lesson Plan (created by writer and writing teacher Andrea Felcone), you will find a FULLY SCRIPTED lesson plan to teach a FUN Personal Narrative lesson based on Jamie Lee Curtis’ “My Brave Year of Firsts”. Students will be delighted by Ms. Curtis’ book (and relate to all the ‘firsts’ described: riding a bike, making a friend, etc.) and be inspired to write their very own Personal Narrative! This is an engaging lesson—no dry, boring prompts!

This lesson plan contains—21 pages of tested content—including Teaching Tips, Techniques, and Writing Worksheets (filled with humorous and thoughtful writing prompts) to inspire student writers—even reluctant writers! Writing Concept covered: Personal Narrative (and a bit on Memoir vs. Personal Narrative). (This lesson was designed for 8 - 12-year-olds. There is content here to teach for 90 minutes. You can edit to fit your class length as needed.)

To purchase, simply CLICK ON “ADD TO CART” button. After CHECKOUT you will receive a LINK to DOWNLOAD this LESSON PLAN. (Download as soon as possible after receiving the link to ensure link stays active. Thank you!)

This Fearless Dragon Writers, LLC Lesson Plan includes:

  • The Structure, Introduction, and Ground Rules of a Fearless Dragon Writers, LLC writing lesson. The goal: To make writing FUN for your students!

  • An Author ‘Fun Facts’ sheet about today’s featured author: Jamie Lee Curtis.

  • Details on how to teach the featured Mentor-Text/Read Aloud: “My Brave Year of Firsts” and Writing Concept: Personal Narrative!

  • A ‘Small Moments’ Map to guide brainstorming! (With a book recommendation for you on ‘Small Moment’ Stories!)

  • Fearless Dragon Writers, LLC Writing Worksheets: Student handouts filled with humorous and thoughtful Writing Prompts.

  • Tips on how to deal with Student ‘Writer’s Block’.

  • Comic Strip Storyboards — and how to use them. (Ideal for Reluctant Writers!)

  • Sharing Work Aloud: Ways to Encourage and Support Your Students.

  • Recommended Writing Games — to increase the fun!

  • Bonus Content: A Fun Add-on Game to Play to inspire ideas!

  • A List of all Materials Needed to teach this lesson successfully, including the charming featured book: “My Brave Year of Firsts” * by Jamie Lee Curtis. (*Note: This is an Amazon Affiliate Link. I earn a small percentage from qualifying purchases. Thank you for your support!)