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Often times, writers pick one of the following strategies to help them begin their stories. Writers may choose to: 

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Often times, writers pick one of the following strategies to help them begin their stories. Writers may choose to: 

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- Adding a captivating dialogue

- Describing the setting "painting a picture"

- Starting with an exciting event or action

Click on the pictures below to find a Strong Lead.

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Still don't know what to write about? Click on the pictures below to help you find a seed idea!

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This lead begins their story with dialogue.

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This lead begins with the author "painting a picture" for the reader.

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First Time, Last Time, and Time I Realized....

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First Time, Last Time, and Time I Realized....

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Use the chart below to find other ways to say SAID!

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This lead gets the reader quickly involved in the story by starting with an exciting event or some kind of action.

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