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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