Short stories are one of the best ways to introduce students to new themes, units and ideas in an entertaining way. And while we’ve already created a list of ourfavorite short stories for high school students, it’s time to create a list that’s appropriate for a slightly younger audienc...
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Why we love it: “Daedalus and Icarus” is a great way to introduce middle schoolers to mythology. It’s a simple enough story, but with enough complexity to strengthen students’ ability to focus and read line-by-line to fully grasp the story about the dangers of being overconfident. 10...
There’s something for everyone on here. There are funny story ideas. Serious story ideas. Historical story ideas. Science fiction story ideas. Even short story ideas for high school students. You name it, it’s on here. And these are typically pretty specific ideas, not generic things like...
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Like “Charles,” this is another classic, well-known story. An older woman takes a young man under her wing after he attempts to steal her purse. As they spend time together, she teaches him a valuable lesson about life. It’s perfect for upper-elementary and middle school students. ...
is again among the good short story ideas for kids. An example for the same would be a story which goes something like this, "Once there was a little boy who was scared of being alone. He always wanted someone to be with him each and every time. Then one day, when he woke up in...
The Short Story celebrates the unique craft of short fiction, highlighting the power of brevity in storytelling. The blog curates a diverse range of short stories from various genres, emphasizing how writers distill complex emotions, themes, and ideas into concise narratives. Reviews often focus on...
We've got ideas for you! Hint: When it comes to romance, a sense of humor is always a good idea. Have fun! Here are a few of my favorite, but find twenty more love story ideas here: A character's high school sweetheart shows up and it turns out the school crush feelings haven'...
Outlining is not a waste of time; it helps the writer organize the plan for the story and then stay on track as he is writing. Have the class sit in groups so they may brainstorm ideas as a group before they start writing their own outlines. Students may either work independently...