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Posted by wem1
on 2/20/2009, 1:15 pm, in reply to "Re: narrative language"
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There aren't many things out there for standardized assessment of narratives. Some of the things that I have been implementing lately include the use of wordless picture books, such as the Mercer Mayer books "A Boy, A Dog, A Frog and A Friend". First complete a picture walk without saying anything to the student, point out areas of the books that need to draw their attention. Then have the child re-tell the story and answer some basic comprehension questions for you. Ask what the characters are thinking, saying, doing, what could they do. When retelling the story, is the student providing cause/effect, initiating events, actions in response to the events, character's feelings of the events, character's plan, the consequences or an ending.
This is a great way to look at grammar complexity, thought organization, perspective, MLU, etc.
You could also use Super Duper Fun Decks for Why/How, What If, etc. Picture Sequencing is another good way to elicit a sample. Sequential Thinking - How do you .... (make a sandwich, play bingo, etc.)
This may be long and perhaps vague, but Hope this helps. Laura
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