The Story of an Hour Creative Writing | Independent Work, Assessment or CRT Plan

This editable creative writing activity invites students and reimagine The Story of an Hour through the perspective of another character. Designed to deepen students’ understanding of theme, character, and symbolism, this resource blends literary analysis with imaginative storytelling.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

• Task Outline: Clear and structured creative writing task (400–600 words).
• Checklist for Success: Ensures students meet the task requirements.
• Character Prompts: Guided questions for Brently, Josephine, and Richards with a thematic focus on societal expectations.
• Narrative Planning Scaffold: Supports students in structuring their short story.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RESOURCE:

• Encourages critical and creative thinking about Chopin’s feminist themes
• Perfect for secondary students as well as senior English classes studying short stories or narrative voice
• Promotes textual engagement through empathy and reimagination
• Fully editable, ready to print worksheets.

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