Literacy+narrative


 * What stands out for us in our literacy narratives?**

Got a strong feel for Allyson is as a writer. Strong voice! Connections between past and present Really honest and super open Details help it come to life Characterization--"blunt man" the way he entered the classroom. Dialogue. Perspective of 15 year old self Changed over time...looked to the future self-realization (and how she worked to change it) Tension--beginning of narrative. Hard to hear criticism, but wants to do this as a future teacher. Humor--specific examples of the writing -Justifying herself as a younger writer. Understand why I was writing. And, articulate why people write. Confidence Writer that he admires. Incorporated a quote from the writer he admires. Shows what kind of a writer he wants to be.

Curious as to why she included quotes for her journal Wanted more details into emotional state More reflection on how event inspired her to being a teacher More personality. More personal. Really connecting. More detail into yourself. Including original writing/artifacts helps the reader get a vivid picture Specific, concrete details about actual event.
 * What do we wish we saw more of in the literacy narratives?**