PaginePaginepagineapp.comZara's family got a new puppy named Biscuit.
At bedtime, Biscuit cried and cried.
"He misses his mom," said Dad.
Zara had an idea. She wrapped a ticking clock in a warm blanket.
The ticking sounded like a heartbeat. Biscuit snuggled in.
Soon the whole house was quiet, and everyone slept.
Fill in the story map.
| 👤 Who? (characters) | |
|---|---|
| 📍 Where? (setting) | |
| 🕒 When? | |
| ⚠️ What went wrong? (problem) | |
| ✅ How was it fixed? (solution) |
Worksheets › First-grade readiness › Reading & comprehension › Story Map
Free story elements printable for K & Grade 1 (The Puppy Who Wouldn't Sleep): read “The Puppy Who Wouldn't Sleep” and fill in a story map: who, where, when. Skill: Identifies setting, characters, problem and solution (first-grade readiness). Level: Kindergarten & Grade 1 — also great for Reception / EYFS (UK) and Foundation (Australia).
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It is designed for Kindergarten & Grade 1 (ages 5–7), but use it with any child who is ready.
Identifies setting, characters, problem and solution (first-grade readiness).
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