Fable Frames Writing Worksheet
Fable Story Builder
Follow the 6 numbered steps to write your fable with animal characters and a moral!
Name:
Date:
Animals: Hare & Tortoise, Fox & Crow, Lion & Mouse
Traits: Fast, Patient, Proud, Clever, Kind
Settings: Sunny woods, dusty road, riverside
1
The Characters
Who?
Once upon a time, there was a
(trait) (animal)
and another animal who was
(trait) (animal)
💡 Tip: Pick two animals with opposite traits (like fast and slow)!
2
The Setting
Where?
One bright day, they met near the
.
The first animal boasted and said,
" !"
💡 Tip: What place do they meet? What brag does one make?
3
The Challenge
Conflict
To prove who was better, they decided to
.
All the woodland animals gathered to
.
💡 Tip: Is it a race, a contest, or a clever test?
4
The Big Action
Action
During the challenge, the boastful one
.
Meanwhile, the other quiet animal kept
.
💡 Tip: Did one stop to sleep, eat, or brag too soon?
5
The Ending
Outcome
In the end, everyone cheered because
won!
The loser felt very surprised and
.
💡 Tip: Who crossed the finish line first? How did they feel?
6
The Moral
Lesson
The important moral of my fable is:
This story teaches readers that
.
💡 Tip: Examples: "Slow and steady wins the race" or "Always be kind."
Writer's Check:
2 Animal Characters Clear Setting Problem & Twist Lesson / Moral
