Story starters for ages 7-11

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500 Words has teamed up with Pobble to help spark children's imaginations and get them excited about writing. Use these story starters to give children a helpful starting point to begin writing their own stories.

The three slideshows feature vivid and imaginative images, each paired with a story starter and word bank, tailored to the scene.

You can also download the Reading and Writing Activities Poster, featuring a range of fun activities, so children can continue to be inspired at home.

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