50 Story Starters

COMPLEX SENTENCES: Teach students to create and punctuate complex sentences using these story starters. Only three subordinate conjunctions will be used: Since, Although & When (SAW Strategy). Instructions: 1) Students copy one complex sentence story starter onto a notebook page. 2) Students add a character name in the blank(s), if provided. 3) Students circle the comma after the dependent clause. 4) Students continue the story for 12 minutes. 5) Students share stories.
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KOMMA HEM...: The Story of Grey Gardens... | Abandoned places, Abandoned houses, Old abandoned houses
STORY STARTER: Although __________had never seen this house before, something about it seemed oddly familiar. **Common Core State Standards: L.1, W.3, W.10, SL.4 (uses clauses/transitions/commas, writes routinely within time frames, uses adequate volume) Lesson link: http://pinterest.com/elaseminars/ (Photo source link provided below) Have longer lessons delivered to your inbox monthly by clicking http://elaseminars.com/opt-in-1.htm #wrtingprompts
Crooked Tree House Design: Unique and Modern Treehouse
Ultimate Tree Houses
STORY STARTER: When our father took us to the treehouse he had just built,_______ and I stood speechlees, staring at the hideous structure before us. **Common Core State Standards: L.1, W.3, W.10, SL.4 (uses clauses/transitions/commas, writes routinely within time frames, uses adequate volume) Lesson link: pinterest.com/... (Photo source link provided below) Have longer lessons delivered to your inbox monthly by clicking http://elaseminars.com/opt-in-1.htm
red door | Old doors, Red door, Unique doors
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STORY STARTER: Since the instructions in the briefcase were clear, ____________slid the sealed envelope under the red door. #Common Core State Standards: L.1, W.3, W.10, SL.4 (uses clauses/transitions/commas, writes routinely within time frames, uses adequate volume) Lesson link: http://pinterest.com/elaseminars/ (Photo source link provided below) Have longer lessons delivered to your inbox monthly by clicking http://elaseminars.com/opt-in-1.htm #wrtingprompts
Genie Lamp | Потрясающие фотографии, Красные лампы, Мистика
STORY STARTER: Although the genie lamp had brought her nothing but trouble, ________knew she had to make one more wish. **Common Core State Standards: L.1, W.3, W.10, SL.4 (uses clauses/transitions/commas, writes routinely within time frames, uses adequate volume) Lesson link: http://pinterest.com/elaseminars/ (Photo source link provided below) Have longer lessons delivered to your inbox monthly by clicking http://elaseminars.com/opt-in-1.htm
wonderland drift | Writing pictures, Picture prompts, Summer writing prompts
wonderland drift
STORY STARTER: When ___________ ignored the "Enter At Your Own Risk" sign on Mr. Sedgewick's property line, she had no idea what the consequences would be. CCSS: L.1, W.3, W.10, SL.4 (uses clauses/transitions/commas, writes routinely within time frames, uses adequate volume) Lesson link: http://pinterest.com/elaseminars/ (Photo source provided below) Have longer lessons delivered to your inbox monthly by clicking http://elaseminars.com/opt-in-1.htm #writingprompts
THINGS I LIKE :) | Pet dragon, Baby dragon, How train your dragon
Space Oddity
STORY STARTER: When ________ saw the smoke rising from the tiny reptile's head, he placed the creature in a box and headed for the lab. **Common Core State Standards: L.1, W.3, W.10, SL.4 (uses clauses/transitions/commas, writes routinely within time frames, uses adequate volume) Lesson link: http://pinterest.com/elaseminars/ (Photo source link provided below) Have longer lessons delivered to your inbox monthly by clicking http://elaseminars.com/opt-in-1.htm
The Nordic countries' coolest cabins – in pictures | Tree house, Tree house designs, Architecture
Develop Conscious Habits
STORY STARTER: When the tree house appeared in his back yard, _________ decided to find out if there was anyone inside. **Common Core State Standards: L.1, W.3, W.10, SL.4 (uses clauses/transitions/commas, writes routinely within time frames, uses adequate volume) Lesson link: http://pinterest.com/elaseminars/ (Photo source link provided below) Sweden / Have longer lessons delivered to your inbox monthly by clicking http://elaseminars.com/opt-in-1.htm
Disney.com | The official home for all things Disney | Tooth fairy, Kids, Cute kids
Disney.com | The official home for all things Disney
STORY STARTER: When he opened the tiny letter postmarked December 18, 2025,________ finally understood the meaning of his recurring dream. **CCSS: L.1, W.3, W.10, SL.4 (uses clauses/transitions/commas, writes routinely within time frames, uses adequate volume) Lesson link: http://pinterest.com/elaseminars/ (Photo source link provided below) Have longer lessons delivered to your inbox monthly by clicking http://elaseminars.com/opt-in-1.htm #wrtingprompts
Whispering Lion's Den | Visual writing prompts, Picture prompts, Writing pictures
Whispering Lion's Den
STORY STARTER: Although _______ couldn't explain it, she knew there was something disturbing about Mr.Finney's apple orchard. **Common Core State Standards: L.1, W.3, W.10, SL.4 (uses clauses/transitions/commas, writes routinely within time frames, uses adequate volume) Lesson link: http://pinterest.com/elaseminars/ (Photo source and blog link on puns provided below) Have longer lessons delivered to your inbox monthly by clicking http://elaseminars.com/opt-in-1.htm #writingprompts
Flickriver: Most interesting photos from The Machines.. (Post 1 - Award 2) pool | Writing prompts, Photo writing prompts, Visual writing prompts
cute, cuter, and cutest
STORY STARTER: When I spotted__________wandering through my backyard, I realized he was no ordinary turtle. **Common Core State Standards:L.1, W.3, W.10, SL.4 (uses clauses/transitions/commas, writes routinely within time frames, uses adequate volume) Lesson link: http://pinterest.com/elaseminars/ (Photo source link provided below) Have longer lessons delivered to your inbox monthly by clicking http://elaseminars.com/opt-in-1.htm
Man talking on cell phone on city street | Photo writing prompts, Homeschool writing prompts, Picture writing prompts
STORY STARTER: Although the message on his voicemail was scratchy, _____________heard the words “ _________________” and decided to investigate. **Common Core State Standards:L.1, W.3, W.10, SL.4 (uses clauses/transitions/commas, writes routinely within time frames, uses adequate volume) Lesson link: http://pinterest.com/elaseminars/ (Photo source link not available)
Blog • WriteShop | Puns, Story starters, Beautiful words
Blog • WriteShop
STORY STARTER: Although the two men appeared to be public entertainers, the fact that they avoided having their picture taken aroused my suspicious nature. **CCSS: L.1, W.3, W.10, SL.4 (uses clauses/transitions/commas, writes routinely within time frames, uses adequate volume) Lesson link: http://pinterest.com/elaseminars/ (Photo source and blog link on puns provided below) Have longer lessons delivered to your inbox monthly by clicking http://elaseminars.com/opt-in-1.htm
Magical by Dreamy's Treasures | Picture writing prompts, Photo writing prompts, Creative writing prompts
Wow...magical
Magical by Dreamy's Treasures