Today you are going to write a narrative (a story). The idea for your story is ‘What a mess!’ Your story might be about a messy person, an untidy place or a complicated or tricky situation. It might be a mix-up between people, or it might be about a plan gone wrong. It could be about a broken promise or friendship, or an unexpected event that causes confusion. Think about: • the characters in your story • when and where your story takes place • the complication or problem and how it is solved • how the story ends. Remember to: • plan your story before you start • choose your words carefully • write in sentences • pay attention to your spelling, punctuation and paragraphs • check and edit your writing. ‘What a mess!’ All images © 2003-2009 Shutterstock, Inc.