This week, we move on to the Narrative style--the "telling a story" mode that helps give the reader of your work a personal connection to your main idea/thesis statement.  As we consider Chpt. 4, think about what it means not just to tell a story, but to tell a good one. 

With each of these styles, we are seeing that there is an individual purpose in place that helps to explain and support our main focus.  That understanding is part of the process of writing as decision is made on the best way to present an idea.  The steps in the process do not change, but the way in which the writer uses them can shift as there may be need to brainstorm more, even after a draft is written.  So think about that aspect--that the steps in the writing process are each in place to help create a clear writing--use them as needed anytime!

**Don't forget to include indication of Practices 3-4 through 3-9 from Chpt. 3 on your writing work when you turn it in.**

Journal:

Your journal will be up on Wednesday.  Add your response by Friday and give a classmate a reaction by Sunday.

Writings and Other Assignments:

Writing #5: Each of us has a story--a unique and specific story.  As you think about your story, think about a time that stands out to you as clearly significant in your life.  Maybe you have more than one.  Do a bit of thinking and determine a story from your life that you are willing to share.  Is it about a time when you were in a point of decision?  Was it a humorous situation that continues to make you laugh?  Did the time/situation set you on another path?  Is it a look at a special time you want to remember because of the positive elements in it?  Maybe it is a significantly challenging time that has become a defining part of your life?  Or maybe it's just a time that remains clearly a part of your memory. 

Whatever the story, tell it and be sure to include description that shows the point you want to make about it.

Remember:  YOU have to make the choice to develop your writing and give a clear, thorough presentation of your ideas.  Skipping or shortchanging those steps in the process just leaves your writing open for problems!

Type your paper in standard MLA format (see pg. 188), and turn in your final piece and ALL of the work you did creating it by the beginning of class on February 13, 2012.

Due Dates:

**2/6/12:  Writing #4 due in class, at the beginning of class, with ALL draft work.

2/13/12:  Writing #5 due in class, at the beginning of class, with ALL draft work