Natural events, like rain storms, can be small and exciting. Others, like earthquakes, can be dangerous and scary. No matter the size, however, natural events make interesting stories.
Write a personal narrative about a natural event. Begin by researching different natural events. Here are some questions to guide your research:
What are natural events? What causes them?
What usually happens before, during, and after a natural event?
Why are natural events exciting? Why are they scary?
How can you prepare for natural events?
Are you ready? Begin by visiting the Web sites listed in Step 2. Look for answers to the questions above, and write down what you learn in the note-taking boxes.
You may use search engines to research other Web sites. Or research natural events in the library. When you are ready, follow Steps 3 and 4 to write your personal narrative.
Step 2. Research
Research answers for the questions you were asked in Step 1. Visit these Web sites. Take notes about them on this page, too!
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