How to Write Stories? | English Grammar Class 3 PDF Download

Introduction

You watch cartoons every day. They are all stories. Chota Bheem, Doraemon, and Shin Chan. They are all characters that take you to imaginary worlds. The movies we watch are also stories told. 

Storywriting is an important skill that helps children express their creativity, imagination and language skills. 

Format of Story Writing

The format of story writing is quite simple and follows a basic structure. It includes the following elements:

• Introduction: The introduction should set the scene for the story and introduce the main characters.
• Plot: The plot is the main part of the story, where the events unfold. It should have a beginning, middle and end.
• Climax: The climax is the most exciting part of the story, where the conflict or problem is resolved.
• Conclusion: The conclusion should wrap up the story and leave a lasting impression on the reader.

Important Hints

The following few hints will tell you how to build up a story from a given outline:

• Read the given outline carefully.
• Note all the points.
• Follow the sketch provided as strictly as possible.
• Be careful to connect the various points given in the outline.
• The conclusion or ending of a story should be striking and interesting.
• If you are asked to give a title or heading to the story you may name it after the main character, object, or incident of the story.
• Revise your writing and remove all mistakes in spelling, grammar, punctuation, etc.  

Examples of Story Writing

• Introduction: It was a beautiful summer day and Emily and her friends were playing in the park. They stumbled upon an old map that led to a treasure buried deep in the forest.
• Plot: Excited by the prospect of finding treasure, Emily and her friends set off on a hike through the forest. They faced many challenges along the way, including crossing a river and climbing a steep hill. They finally reached the spot where the treasure was supposed to be buried.
• Climax: Just as they were about to dig up the treasure, they heard a loud growl. They turned around and saw a bear approaching them. They were scared, but Emily quickly remembered the whistle her dad had given her for emergencies. She blew the whistle, and the bear ran away.
• Conclusion: With the bear gone, Emily and her friends were able to dig up the treasure. They found a chest filled with gold coins and precious gems. They were thrilled with their discovery and couldn’t wait to share the news with their families and friends.

2. Fantasy Story: “The Magical Forest”

• Introduction: Lila had heard many stories about a magical forest, but she had never seen it for herself. She decided to go on an adventure and explore the forest.
• Plot: As Lila made her way through the forest, she saw many amazing things. There were trees with glowing leaves and flowers that sang. She met a unicorn and a dragon, who became her friends.
• Climax: Lila came across a wicked witch who had captured a group of fairies. The witch demanded that Lila give her the magical amulet that she wore around her neck, in exchange for the fairies’ release. Lila refused, knowing that the amulet was the source of her power.
• Conclusion: Lila used her magical powers to defeat the witch and free the fairies. She became a hero in the magical forest, and her friends, the unicorn and dragon, were proud of her.