Discover the transformative power of storytelling in assessment and student learning. Drawing on culturally responsive practices, this approach fosters innovation, self-reflection, and student engagement. Through narrative-based strategies, educators can elevate formative and summative assessments, promoting authentic, competency-based learning; meaningful growth; and deeper connections to critical competencies, as well as cultural archetypes. This guide helps educators reimagine assessment in diverse, student-centered classrooms. K-12 teachers can use this book to: (1) Revitalize assessment to encourage students' growth as critical, creative thinkers; (2) Elevate student engagement through creative responses and personal reflections; (3) Employ elements of narrative structure to explore and hone student competencies; (4) Cultivate student agency and innovation in contemplating and expressing knowledge; and (5) Create opportunities for students to find personal meaning in their learning experiences.