Writing Writing LeadsLeads

Writing Writing LeadsLeads

By: Celeste GledhillBy: Celeste GledhillBy: Celeste GledhillBy: Celeste Gledhill

What is a lead?A lead is the

beginningof your story.

A good lead catches the

reader’s attention,

making them want to read on. It also makes the

writer want to write more.

Different Types of

Leads• Question Lead• Set-up Lead• Talking Lead• Snapshot Lead

Question LeadDraw your reader

in with a question.

Set up the action for the entire story in a few

sentences.

Set-Up Lead

TalkingLead

Start with a line or two of dialogue.

Create a picture of the setting or a characterin the reader’s mind.

Snapshot Lead