Narrative Introduction Planning Worksheet

Name:

Date:

📝 Part 1: Story Elements

1. Setting: Where and when does your story take place?

It was a ________ day in ________________. The place was ________________.

2. Main Character(s): Who is your story about?

My main character is ________________. They are ________ years old and love to ________________.

3. Problem or Goal: What challenge will your character face or what do they want to achieve?

The problem is ________________ OR My character wants to ________________.

4. Hook: How will you grab your reader's attention? Choose one:

Start with exciting action

Begin with interesting dialogue

Describe an unusual scene

Ask a question

5. Now write your introduction paragraph (3-5 sentences). Use your ideas from Part 1 to create an engaging opening for your narrative.

Remember to:

• Introduce your main character

• Set the scene (time and place)

• Hint at the problem or goal

• Hook your reader's interest

6. Read your introduction aloud. Does it make you want to read more? What could you improve?