1. Introduction: Needs to include general background information (the setting) and a hint of the
theme (Your purpose behind telling the story).
2. Body: Needs to have a clear sequence of events. Paragraphs should be divided at major shifts in
the story. (In other words, do not limit yourself to only three paragraphs in the body. Also, your
paragraphs may vary in length.)
3. Conclusion: Needs to clearly state the theme, or the overall message of the story. (Ex: Did you
learn from this experience that you had more strength than you thought possible? Did you learn
not to take yourself so seriously? Did you discover how to trust other people?) Remember that
this does not have to be more than two or three sentences.
Fig: 1