Creative Writing: Story Scaffolding (The Corn Maze)

Get your students writing with confidence using this guided story scaffolding activity! Perfect for tutors, homeschool parents, and classroom teachers, this no-prep digital and printable resource helps students generate ideas, build narrative structure, and develop creative stories step by step. With flexible prompts, visual cues, and a format that works in any setting, it’s an inviting, low-pressure way to support every kind of writer.

Skills Covered

Sequencing & Organization 
Critical Thinking
Narrative Structure
Character Development
Idea Generation
Written Expression

Ease of Use

Digital and Printable Formats – use online or on paper
Flexible design – works for independent, small group, or guided sessions

Number of Days of Activities Varies – use all at once or over several days 

Theme Creative writing support for grades 4–8

This Product Includes

Google Slides digital version – interactive and easy to assign for student use (12 Slides with Prompts + printable and alternate version)
Printable PDF download – perfect for hands-on writing or offline learning
Built-in scaffolding with prompts to guide story development
Visual checkpoints that support narrative flow

Perfect For

Online or In-Person Tutoring: structured, supportive story writing
Home Educators: creative writing with built-in guidance
Classroom Teachers: great for centers, early finishers, or writing workshop support

Ways to Use

Substitute Lesson Plan
Daily Writing Practice
Creative Writing Fridays
Homework or Extension Activity
Independent Writing Time
Skill-Building Activity

Make creative writing less intimidating and more exciting with this step-by-step scaffold that guides students from a blank page to a full story—while building core writing skills every step of the way.