PERSONAL NARRATIVE EVENT LIST
Use these prompts to practice prompt responses or plans.
Think about your first day of school. Write a story about the
event.
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Think about a time that you had a big accident. Write a story
about the event.
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Think about a special visit to a relative’s house. Write a story
about the visit.
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Think about a special day at camp. Write a story about the day.
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Think about a time you went to a fair or another special event.
Write a story
about the event.
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Think about a day that you went shopping. Write a story about
the day.
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Think about a day that you had an opportunity to use your talents.
Write a story
about the experience.
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Think about a science experiment that you’ll never forget. Write
a story about the
experiment.
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Think about the day you learned to dance. Write a story about
your experience.
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Think about the worst day of your life. Write a story about your
experience.
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Think about a time you got lost. Write a story about the incident.
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Think about the most exciting day of your life. Write a story
about the day.
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Think about a time that you were helpful. Write a story about
your experience.
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Think about a time that you cooked for someone. Write a story
about your
experience.
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Think about your favorite birthday. Write a story about the celebration.
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Remember a time that you were very embarrassed. Write a story
about the
moment.
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Think about a time that you gave someone a gift. Write a story
about the event.
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Think about a time that you received a special award or recognition.
Write a story
about the event.
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Think about a special trip you have taken to a park or a zoo.
Write a story about
the trip.
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Think about a special field trip you have taken with your class that
you will always
remember. Write a story about the trip.
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Think about the day you learned to swim or ride a bike or some other
important
task. Write a story about your experience.
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Think about the day you lost a tooth. Write a story about the
event.
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Think about a time you learned to do something at home. Write
a story about the
experience.
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Think about the day you went to the doctor or dentist. Write a
story about the
visit.
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Think about a special holiday. Write a story about the holiday.
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Think about a time you traveled to a special place. Write a story
about the trip.
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Think about an event that made you angry. Write a story about
the event.
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Think about an event that made you proud. Write a story about
the event.
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Think about an event that made you happy. Write a story about
the event.
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Think about a time that you were a good loser. Write a story about
your
experience.
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Think about a time that you were polite. Write a story about the
event.
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Think about a time that you were a friend to someone. Write a
story about the
event.
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Think about a time that you were curious. Write a story about
your experience.
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Think about a time that you cooperated with others. Write a story
about your
experience.
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Think about a favorite Saturday morning that you remember. Write
a story about
what you did on that morning.
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Think about a time you showed understanding of others. Write a
story about the
event.
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Think about a time that you showed your parents that you loved them.
Write a
story about the event.
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Think about a time that you showed good sportsmanship. Write a
story about the
event.
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