A narrative is a story that tells about an event, experience, or sequence of events. Narratives can be real or imagined and usually include characters, a setting, and a plot.
Think of a narrative as a way to tell your reader what happened, step by step.
The beginning of a narrative introduces the reader to the characters and setting. It sets up what the story will be about.
A strong beginning answers: Who is in the story? Where does it happen? When does it happen?
The middle of the narrative is where the main events happen. This is often the longest part of the story and should include actions, problems, or exciting moments.
Good narratives use sequence words such as first, next, then, and finally to show the order of events.
The ending of a narrative wraps up the story. It tells how the events were solved or how the characters felt at the end.
An ending should make the reader feel that the story is complete. Ask yourself: How did things turn out? How did the characters feel?
A strong narrative has a clear beginning, middle, and end. Each part is important to make your story interesting and easy to follow.
Every story is like a journey: you start somewhere, something happens, and you finish with a clear ending.