Writing a Fairy Tale
Now that you have learned how to adapt a fairy tale, you are going to learn how to write your own fairy tale! Click on the unicorn to hear some helpful tips on how to start writing! What was the first thing the unicorn told you to do?
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When planning your story, make sure to identify the problem that the main character faces. Every fairy tale has a problem that prevents the main character from reaching his or her goal. You should stretch out the problem to create tension in your story.
Remember that when you are writing a fairy tale, you shouldn't summarize the events. Use dialogue, thoughts, and action to make your story more exciting! If you are having trouble doing this, act out your story with a partner! |
Also, you should try to use fairy tale language in your story. Earlier you read that fairy tales often begin with "once upon a time" and end with "happily ever after." Use phrases like these in your stories so it will sound like a fairy tale. Another phrase you can use is "but then" or "one day." Usually this can be used before describing the problem of your story.
When writing your fairy tale, you should try to use long, sentences. One way to do this is by using connector words. Examples of connector words are: "but", "and", "because", "so." These words will lengthen your sentences, making your story sound like a fairy tale. Your sentences should also be descriptive. This means they should describe what is happening or how a person is feeling.
Now that you've learned all about fairy tales, go to the next page to take a quiz on this information!
When writing your fairy tale, you should try to use long, sentences. One way to do this is by using connector words. Examples of connector words are: "but", "and", "because", "so." These words will lengthen your sentences, making your story sound like a fairy tale. Your sentences should also be descriptive. This means they should describe what is happening or how a person is feeling.
Now that you've learned all about fairy tales, go to the next page to take a quiz on this information!