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PHASE 1 – Narrative Writing Class Size: 3 students Course Overview This course prepares students for competitive 13+ entrance exams. Students learn to plan effectively, manipulate pacing and write confidently under timed conditions using model responses from independent school papers. Session 1 – Simile & Metaphor Objective: Use figurative language precisely, avoiding cliché. Content: Analyse strong vs weak imagery; rewrite basic comparisons Homework: Improve a simple paragraph using controlled imagery. Session 2 – Personification & Sound Imagery Objective: Use figurative devices to enhance mood subtly. Content: Compare exaggerated vs refined examples; write contrasting mood paragraphs. Homework: 200-word atmospheric scene. Session 3 – Planning & Structure Objective: Plan a coherent narrative arc. Content: Study 5-part structure; explore linear vs flashback options. Homework: Complete structured story plan. Session 4 – Writing the Opening Objective: Craft engaging openings (in medias res, dialogue, or mystery). Content: Analyse model openings; write and refine first paragraph. Homework: Redraft opening after feedback. Session 5 – Developing the Main Body Objective: Build tension and logical progression. Content: Explore pacing; vary paragraph length; write rising action scene. Homework: Expand main body section. Session 6 – Writing Effective Endings Objective: Create satisfying, reflective or cyclical endings. Content: Compare abrupt vs controlled endings; practise alternative conclusions. Homework: Write two contrasting endings. Session 7 – Sentence Variety & Control Objective: Manipulate sentence length for effect. Content: Use embedded clauses, short impact sentences, varied openings. Homework: Rewrite given passage with structural control. Session 8 – Characterisation Objective: Create multi-dimensional characters. Content: Show character through action, gesture and dialogue. Homework: Write character-focused scene. Session 9 – Mood & Atmosphere Objective: Sustain tone consistently. Content: Use setting and imagery to reflect psychological tension; avoid over-description. Homework: 20-minute timed atmospheric paragraph. Session 10 – Final Assessment Objective: Demonstrate full narrative control in 45-minute exam task. Content: Timed writing + structured feedback. Homework: Redraft weakest section. The scheme of work provided is a general overview of the course. The actual content may change depending on the students' needs