Free Story Map Template — Editable Graphic Organizer (PDF)
Boxes for characters, setting, problem, key events and solution. Children fill it in after reading, or use it to plan their own story before they write.
Free · No sign-up to try · Sign in only to save · Export as PDF · Grades K–5
What you can do with it
- Retell a read-aloud
- Plan a narrative writing piece
- Check comprehension after a guided reading group
What you can edit
- Box labels and order
- Title, name and date
- Space for drawings
- Colors and fonts
How to use the story map template
- 1
Open the template
Press the button to open the story map in the editor. It is a normal page you can change.
- 2
Make it yours
Click to type, drag boxes, add pictures, and change colors and fonts until it fits your class.
- 3
Export a PDF
Download your PDF in A4 or US Letter to print or share. Sign in only if you want it saved in My PDFs to edit again.
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Frequently asked questions
Can younger children use it?+
Yes. Replace the headings with Beginning, Middle and End and leave room for drawings. The boxes resize to whatever you need.
Is this story map template free?+
Yes, free to open, edit and export as a PDF. You do not need an account to try it; sign in only if you want to save your edited copy.
Can I print it without editing?+
Yes. Open the template, export it as it is, and print blank copies on A4 or US Letter.
Do I need Word or Google Docs?+
No. You edit it in your browser and download a PDF.
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