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Easy examples of Who What When Where Why in stories for kids.

Hey there, future storytellers! πŸ‘‹ Ever get confused about the 'Who, What, When, Where, Why' of a story? Don't worry, it's super easy once you get the hang of it! Let's break it down with some fun examples. πŸš€
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anthony.malone Jan 6, 2026

πŸ“š Quick Study Guide

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  • Who: This tells us about the characters in the story. It could be people, animals, or even imaginary creatures!
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  • What: This is about the main event or action happening in the story. What are the characters doing?
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  • When: This tells us the time the story takes place. Is it in the past, present, or future? Is it day or night?
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  • Where: This is the setting of the story. Where does the story take place? A forest, a school, or maybe even outer space?
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  • Why: This explains the reason behind the events or actions in the story. Why are the characters doing what they are doing?

πŸ€” Practice Quiz

  1. Question 1: In the story 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears,' who are the main characters?
    1. A) Little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf
    2. B) Goldilocks and the Three Bears
    3. C) Cinderella and her stepmother
    4. D) Hansel and Gretel
  2. Question 2: In the story 'The Tortoise and the Hare,' what does the hare do that leads to his loss?
    1. A) He runs very fast the whole time.
    2. B) He helps the tortoise.
    3. C) He takes a nap during the race.
    4. D) He gives up.
  3. Question 3: In the story 'Little Red Riding Hood,' when does the story take place?
    1. A) In the future
    2. B) Long ago, in the woods
    3. C) Under the sea
    4. D) On a spaceship
  4. Question 4: In the story 'The Lion and the Mouse,' where does the lion get trapped?
    1. A) In a river
    2. B) In a cage
    3. C) In a net
    4. D) In a forest
  5. Question 5: In the story 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf,' why does the boy cry wolf when there is no wolf?
    1. A) To protect the sheep
    2. B) Because he is bored and wants attention
    3. C) To help the villagers
    4. D) Because there really is a wolf
  6. Question 6: In the story of 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' what does Jack trade the family cow for?
    1. A) Magic beans
    2. B) A golden egg
    3. C) A bag of gold
    4. D) A map
  7. Question 7: In the story 'The Three Little Pigs,' what are the pigs trying to do?
    1. A) Build houses
    2. B) Run away from home
    3. C) Find treasure
    4. D) Plant a garden
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1: B) Goldilocks and the Three Bears

2: C) He takes a nap during the race.

3: B) Long ago, in the woods

4: C) In a net

5: B) Because he is bored and wants attention

6: A) Magic beans

7: A) Build houses

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