Word document story structure resources
KS1, KS2
Years 1-6
Guide pupils through planning and presenting their own imaginative quest stories with these engaging resources from Rachel Clarke…
Start with Plan Your Own Quest Story, a step-by-step guide to crafting a thrilling adventure story. Pupils begin by designing their hero, complete with a unique appearance and personality.
They’ll then map out the quest, deciding on the call to action, companions, challenges and helpers.
Features of quest stories
This resource encourages children to build rich, detailed narratives by prompting them to think about key story elements like the journey, frustrations, final ordeal and ultimate success.
Perfect for literacy lessons, it helps pupils structure their ideas while fostering creativity and critical thinking.
Zig zag book how-to
Once their stories are planned, bring them to life by making a zig zag book. This practical guide shows pupils how to fold a piece of paper into an interactive zig-zag book format, creating the perfect canvas for their tales.
The process is simple yet engaging, and the compact booklet is ideal for combining writing and illustration.
Pupils can use one page for each section of their story, from introducing the hero to the thrilling conclusion.
For longer stories, the guide even explains how to add extra pages, making it a truly flexible activity.
By pairing story planning with hands-on bookmaking, these resources make writing feel purposeful and exciting. Pupils will love seeing their quest stories come to life in a format they can hold and share.
Whether for a literacy project or a creative afternoon, these resources are sure to inspire your class.
Rachel Clarke is a former primary educator and director of Primary English, an independent consultancy working with primary teachers across the world. Find out more on X @PrimaryEnglish.
