Short Story Planner

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WALT & Success Criteria

WALT: Understand the parts of a short story and plan a short narrative with clear sequence and descriptive detail.

Success Criteria: I can identify characters, setting, problem, events and resolution. I can plan my story on a simple map. I can use descriptive words and time connectives in my writing.

1. Who is the main character? Give a name and two details (appearance or personality):

2. Where and when does the story take place? (Be specific):

3. What is the main problem or challenge the character faces?

✏️ Part 1: Story Map (Plan your events)

4a. Beginning — How does the story start? (Introduce character & setting):

4b. Middle — First important event (what happens next?):

4c. Middle — Second important event (what makes the problem bigger?):

4d. Ending — How is the problem solved? What is the resolution?

5. Sensory details — write one vivid detail for each sense to use in your story:

6. Tick the time connectives you will use:

First

Then

After that

Finally

📝 Part 2: Draft & Quick Checklist

7. Write the opening paragraph (aim for 4–6 sentences). Use a sentence starter if helpful: "It was a _______ day when..."

8. Quick self-check — tick each item when complete:

I introduced the main character and setting

I described the problem clearly

I used at least two sensory details or descriptive words

I used time connectives to show sequence

I checked punctuation and paragraphs

9. Peer share / reflection (after sharing, write one thing you did well and one thing to improve):

Extension (optional): Try adding a short piece of dialogue or a simile (e.g., "as quiet as ______").

Short Story Planner

Short Story Planner

WALT & Success Criteria

✏️ Part 1: Story Map (Plan your events)

📝 Part 2: Draft & Quick Checklist

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