writing learning center

DescriptionDescribe an object, place, or person in a way that creates a vivid impression in the reader's mind, enabling the reader to visualize what is being described

Factual AccountA story or account of events, experiences, or the like that happened

StoryA made-up tale, an incident or a series of events

Personal NarrativeRelates an event, incident, or experience your own life. The events are given the order in which they actually occurred in time. It includes vivid descriptive details as well as the thoughts, feelings, and reactions.

JournalA personal record of occurrences, experiences, and reflections kept on a regular basis; a diary.

Personal OpinionThe view you take on an issue

ReportAn account describing in detail an event, and situation, usually as the result of observation, research, etc.

BiographyAn account of the series of events making up a person's life

SummaryPresents the main points or general idea in brief form

Personal LetterA written or printed communication addressed to a person or organization and usually transmitted by mail.

PoemWriting in verse, especially one that uses an artistic form, descriptive words and rhythm to express an imaginative idea of the subject.