1
Characters
Who is in your story?
Think about: Who is the main character? What are they like? (brave, funny, shy?)
2
Where & When
Where and when does your story happen?
Think about: Is it in a city? A forest? Space? Long ago or in the future?
3
The Problem
What goes wrong? What does your character want?
Think about: What bad thing happens? What challenge does your character face?
4
What Happens Next
Tell the story events (Beginning → Middle → End)
Think about: First what happens? Then what? Finally what?
5
The Ending
How does your story end?
Think about: Is it a happy ending? A sad ending? Or a surprise ending?
Quick Tips for Young Writers
- Use your senses: What can your character see, hear, smell?
- Add emotions: How does your character feel? (happy, scared, excited?)
- Use "because" and "but": These words make stories more interesting!
- Start with action: Don't say "One day..." — jump into the story!
