The Hunger Games Main Menu How to Tell a Good Story A TED Talk on what is important to keep in mind when telling a short story. The Five Elements of a Short Story A quick video to explain the elements of a short story. Let's Start With A Little Empathy An activity to help you understand and develop empathy Character Development What's a Story Without The Plot? Here's a guide on how to write plot! Dialogue and Structure The structure of a short story is much different than a formal essay, specifically because of the use of dialogue. A Short Story Example Here is an example of a short story to help you constuct yours! Prompt and Rubric Works Cited

Welcome fellow tributes!

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Might I start by saying that we at the Capitol are riveted with excitement to have you here. As you begin to navigate your way through the trialling and exhilarating steps to creating your own short story, I ask you to please keep in mind that this is a task given to only those who are brave enough to try it. 

You all come from different districts and different backgrounds, which means you all have a different set of skills and abilities that will be of much value to you in these next couple of weeks. A short story contains elements that you are all familiar with, even if it does not seem so. From the setting, to the characters, to the very plot of the story, you will encounter a great deal of creativity being thrust onto the pages of your story. 

I encourage you all to keep your mind open, and let the story you picture in your head pour from your fingertips onto the keyboard beneath them. Fear not what your grade may be, but instead fear the power and greatness of your own imagination. I believe that each of you has what it takes to be a victor in the end. 

Good luck. 

 

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  1. Welcome fellow tributes!
  2. How to Tell a Good Story
  3. The Five Elements of a Short Story
  4. Let's Start With A Little Empathy
  5. Character Development
  6. What's a Story Without The Plot?
  7. Dialogue and Structure
  8. A Short Story Example
  9. Prompt and Rubric
  10. Works Cited