Day 4: How to Build the Perfect Plot for Your Children's Book (Kidlit Story Kickoff)

EPISODE · May 1, 2025 · 14 MIN

Day 4: How to Build the Perfect Plot for Your Children's Book (Kidlit Story Kickoff)

from Journey to KidLit - How to Write & Publish Books for Kids · host Brooke Van Sickle

Today is all about plot and your story’s structure! 📚 In Day 4 of the Kidlit Story Kickoff, we’ll outline your plot from start to finish using proven frameworks that work for all kinds of children’s books. 📌 Inside this lesson: • How to pick the right plot type (Classic, Midpoint, or List) • What your main character wants and what’s in their way • A simple formula to map your story’s beginning, middle, and end 📝 Grab the $9 Companion Workbook and fill in your plot map as you go: https://journeytokidlit.com/storykickoff-workbook 🔔 And make sure you’re subscribed — the next video will help you bring your draft to life! TIMELINE: 0:01 - Welcome to Day 4 of the Kidlit Story Kickoff 0:14 - What to Expect in Today's Plotting Lesson 1:27 - The Definition of a Plot 2:15 - The #1 Things You Need (Because it's what Drives Your Plot) 2:45 - The 3 Plot Types to Choose From 3:20 - A Breakdown of Each Plot Type 5:54 - The Question Your Plot Must Answer 6:17 - Examples of Plot in Picture Books 12:02 - What to do Next LINKS FOR EPISODE: https://journeytokidlit.com/storykickoff-workbook

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