You just heard the atmosphere of the Citarum River in the past. Use those sounds in your story. You are free to choose your character, but remember: the story must be set in the 'Swampy Land' 

The Secret Guide of Karaba-wang

(Orientation) Long ago, before Karawang became a busy city, I lived near the grand Citarum River. I was a young fisherman. The land was wild and dominated by thick forests. Every day, I saw merchants from China and India passing through the mysterious swamps in their big boats.

(Complication) One dark night, the weather was unpredictable. A heavy rain started to fall. Suddenly, a wise man named Sheikh Quro approached my boat. He brought a message of peace, but he looked worried. He needed to cross the deep swamps to reach the village, but the path was dangerous. I decided to help him. We pushed my boat through the tall grass. The water splashed loudly, and the wind blew through the trees.

(Resolution) I guided him carefully because I knew the secret paths of the "Swampy Land." After many hours, we arrived safely at the village. Sheikh Quro thanked me for my bravery.

(Coda/Moral) I learned that even a simple fisherman could help a great man. The wild swamps provided safety to those who knew the land well.

The teacher provides a small card to ensure students use the language features from the original text:

• [ ] Past Tense: Did I use verbs like walked, arrived, guided, was?

• [ ] Adjectives: Did I use adjectives like mysterious, thick, vast, wild?

• [ ] Time Connectives: Did I include words like Once upon a time, One day, or Finally?

• [ ] The Vibe: Does my story sound like a legend or an adventure?

Guided Creativity: Students aren't confused about where to start because the setting is already established (The Swampy Land), yet they have the freedom to create their own characters.

Integrated Listening: By hearing the sounds of oars or rain before writing, they are more likely to use sensory words (splashed, loud, dark) that make their narrative come alive.

Independence: Students prove they have "mastered" the genre without further teacher assistance