How Do You Write A Short Story For Children?
Children’s magazine editors are always looking for great short stories for their readers. But writing for children is not as easy as it looks. There are guidelines to follow when creating a story for children. Read on before you start writing your story. Once you have a plan, idea, or outline for your story, there are a few simple guidelines to follow for a successful children’s story. Your main character should be the same age or older than your audience. If you are writing a story for 9- to 12-year-old children, then your main character should be 12 or 13. Before you start writing, check out the guidelines for magazines you want to send the story to, and see what their word count is. Children’s stories usually range from 500 to 2,000 words. It helps to know the word count before you start writing. Children’s stories often follow the rule of three. The rule of three means three events occur before a problem in the story is solved. If your character wants a new dog, he could try three
