Story structure and plot

If you’re looking for teaching resources that will help children with their story planning, this handy story mountain template is just the ticket.

Read more about the story mountain method of story planning, then use this practical story planning resource to help pupils map out their plot arc.

Story mountain template

This lovely template for children has spaces for pupils to plot out the beginning, build-up, problem, resolution and ending of their story.

You never know – you might have the next Jacqueline Wilson or Michael Rosen in your class!

Browse more story writing resources and creative writing ideas for National Writing Day.

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