WEEKLY LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEETS
Creative Nonfiction 12, Quarter 3, Week 4-5
DRAFT OF A SHORT PIECE USING LITERARY
CONVENTION
Name: ______________________________________ Section: ________________
Learning Objectives:
Most Essential Learning Competency: Write a draft of a short piece
(Fiction, Poetry, Drama, etc.) using any of the literary conventions of
genre following these pointers: (HUMSS_CNF11/12-lb-d-5)
1. Choosing a topic
2. Formulating a thesis statement
3. Organizing and developing ideas
4. Using any literary conventions of a genre
5. Ensuring that theme and techniques are effectively developed
Time Allotment:
Key Concepts:
Guidelines in making a draft of a short piece
1. Choosing a topic - In choosing your topic, you need to consider the
possibilities of gathering the contents. Remember that nonfiction deals
with factual information and should be based on reality. Topic shall also
be interesting with your target audience. Just tell something about your
story in just one to three sentences. You can also make a list of possible
theme, tone and motif of your piece depending on its applicability. When
deciding on a topic, there are a few things that you will need to do:
brainstorm for ideas
choose a topic that will enable you to read and understand the
literature
ensure that the topic is manageable and that material is
available
make a list of key words
be flexible
2. Formulating a thesis statement
Analyzing a text, your thesis needs to mention the specific aspect
that you’ll focus on and state what insight it gives us into the text’s
meaning or purpose. You’ll aim to explain the facts of a topic or
process. Your thesis doesn’t have to give a strong opinion, but it
should clearly state the central point you want to make about your
topic, and mention the key aspects that you’ll explain.
3. Organize ideas
Chronological Order
• What it is: This is a very common way to organize ideas as a
writer or storyteller that basically involves dishing out ideas or
details in order of time, first to last.
• When to use it: It is often used in expository writing (narrative
that informs or explains) – particularly when describing an event
or series of events.
• Example: Think about when you were a kid and trying to explain
to the principal why you shouldn’t be left in detention until the
end of time. Yup! You described the events carefully and in order,
because that’s how you make sure your listener/reader
understands the context and details of a narrative.
• Transition words are important with every framework you use,
to help your readers navigate the process smoothly. In the
chronological framework, some commonly used transitional
word and phrases are: first, then, next, last, finally, etc.
4. Using any literary conventions of a genre
Literary conventions are defining features of particular literary
genres, such as the novel, short story, ballad, sonnet, and play.
5. Ensuring that theme and technique are effectively developed
The purpose behind your writing will shape how you develop your
theme in the piece. There are numerous purposes as to why
someone writes. Understanding who your audience is lets you
determine which themes are
appropriate to your audience.
Exercises / Activities:
Activity 1: Write a Free verse poem by completing the blanks below.
Example:
Baby
Sensitive, polite, simple and amiable
Sister of Philip John, Kit Jan and Jay
Lover of food, family and friends
Who feels happy, sad and lively
Who needs parent’s attention, love and care
Who gives smiling faces, headaches and determination to success
Who fears of heights, being left behind and dying
Resident of Halapitan, San Fernando, Bukidnon
Albuna
Line 1: Write Your First Name ______________________________
Line 2: Write 3 adjectives that describes yourself ____________________
Line 3: Write daughter of/Son of
_____________________________________________
Line 4: Write 3 emotions
________________________________________________
Line 5: Write 3 things you need
________________________________________________
Line 6. Write 3 things you give
________________________________________________
Line 7: Write 3 things you fear the most
__________________________________________
Line 8: Write your Address
_______________________________________________________
Line 9: Write your Last Name ________________________
Activity 2: Create a draft of a short story. Follow the guidelines about
making a draft of a short piece above.
Rubrics in making a draft of a short piece
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Activity 3: Write the final output of your short story.
Reflection:
Directions: Write a reflective learning about what you have learned in
writing a draft of a short piece using any of the literary
conventions of genre by answering the questions inside the
box. You may express your answers in a more critical and
creative presentation of your great learning. Have fun and
enjoy!
WHAT I LIKED THE
MOST ABOUT THE
LESSON
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WHAT I NEED TO
IMPROVE IN
UNDERSTANDING
THE LESSON
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WHAT I WANT TO
LEARN CONNECTED
TO THE LESSON
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Reference for Learners:
Writing Creative Nonfiction”. (2019). Retrieved August 16, 2020 from
https://
davehood59.wordpress.com/2010/02/17/writing-creativenonfiction/
“Writing Prompts for Analyzing Nonfiction”. Retrieved August 17, 2020
from https://
owl.purdue.edu/owl/teacher_and_tutor_resources/teaching_
resources/
remote_teaching_resources/writing_prompts_for_analyzing_n
onfiction.html
Writers:
RUBY S. BULATIN
HAZEL H. MONTEDERAMOS
MARILOU C. CASTRO
IMARC FERNAND C. VERGA
School/Station: Agusan National High School-SHS
Division: CBD-I
Email address: ruby.bulatin001@deped.gov.ph
marilou.castro007@deped.gov.ph
Reviewers: DOLYNESSA J. GALEON
HUMSS C Group Head
AMALIA B. RINGOR
Track Head
RUTH A. CASTROMAYOR
Principal IV
Assistant Principal – SHS
ISRAEL B. REVECHE, PhD.
EPS-Values
Division SHS Coordinator