Write a Pokemon Story in Outer Space
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Write an imaginative Pokemon story set in outer space, creating characters, choosing settings, and sketching scenes to practice storytelling and sequencing skills.

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Step-by-step guide to write a Pokemon story in outer space

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What you need
Colouring materials (crayons markers or coloured pencils), eraser, paper, pencil

Step 1

Find a comfy spot and lay out your paper pencil eraser and colouring materials.

Step 2

Think of one main Pokémon and give it a fun name.

Step 3

Decide one special space power your Pokémon has like flying between stars or making starlight shields.

Step 4

Pick two more characters to join the adventure such as a friend a rival or a helpful alien pet.

Step 5

Choose where your story takes place in space such as a glowing asteroid field a tiny moon village or a floating space station.

Step 6

Decide one big problem or goal your team must solve like finding a lost comet rescuing a friend or fixing a broken rocket.

Step 7

Write one short sentence that shows the beginning of your story and how the adventure starts.

Step 8

Write one short sentence that tells the middle of your story and what challenge happens.

Step 9

Write one short sentence that shows the ending and how the problem is solved or what lesson is learned.

Step 10

Draw three small sketches one for the beginning one for the middle and one for the ending on your paper.

Step 11

Turn each short sentence into a short paragraph to make the full story using your sketches as guides.

Step 12

Add dialogue or sounds for your Pokémon like "Zoom!" or "Sparkle save!" to make the story lively.

Step 13

Colour your sketches and add a big title and your name on the front page.

Step 14

Take a photo or upload your finished Pokémon story and share your creation on DIY.org

Final steps

You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!

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Help!?

What can we use if we don't have the exact materials listed like paper, pencil, eraser, or colouring materials?

If you don't have the supplies in 'lay out your paper pencil eraser and colouring materials,' use printer or notebook paper and a pen or marker for writing, crayons or washable paint instead of coloured pencils, a kneaded eraser or a scrap of white vinyl eraser for corrections, or draw and colour on a tablet or phone app with a stylus.

I'm stuck turning my three short sentences into paragraphs or drawing the three sketches—what should I try?

If you get stuck on 'turn each short sentence into a short paragraph' or on the three small sketches, expand each sentence by answering 'Who? What happened? How did it end?' and sketch simple shapes (circles and ovals) for characters and backgrounds to make drawing faster.

How can I change the activity for different ages so it's not too easy or too hard?

For ages 4–6, have an adult write down their dictated beginning/middle/end sentences and let them colour the three sketches and add stickers; for ages 7–10, have them write the three short sentences themselves, expand them into paragraphs and add dialogue; for 11+ encourage adding extra characters, a more complex problem to solve, and background research about the chosen space setting.

What are some ways to make the Pokémon space story more special or shareable?

To enhance the project, turn your three sketches into a mini-comic with speech bubbles for the added dialogue, decorate the front page with a big title and your name using glitter or washi tape, record a short narration of the story, and then take a photo or upload the finished Pokémon story to DIY.org to share.

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Facts about creative writing and storytelling for kids

⚡ Pikachu is the official mascot of the Pokémon franchise and is one of the most recognizable fictional characters globally.

🧭 Good stories often follow a clear beginning, middle, and end; sequencing events helps readers understand what happens next.

🌌 Many Pokémon regions are inspired by real-world places—try basing your space region on the Moon, Mars, or a made-up alien world for your story.

🎨 Sketching scenes while you write helps you invent details about characters, settings, and action—many writers draw to plan their stories.

🚀 Voyager 1 is the farthest human-made object and has been sending data from beyond our solar system since 2012.

How do I write a Pokémon story set in outer space?

To write a Pokémon story set in outer space, start by choosing a main Pokémon character and a space setting (space station, alien planet, asteroid field). Outline a simple beginning, middle, and end with a clear problem and resolution. Sketch key scenes to map story flow, then write short paragraphs for each scene using sequencing words. Revise, add space details and Pokémon abilities, and read aloud to practice pacing and sequence.

What materials do I need to write a Pokémon space story?

You'll need paper or a notebook, pencils and erasers, colored pencils or markers for sketches, and a ruler if you want comic panels. Sticky notes help brainstorm scenes, and a simple story map template (beginning-middle-end) keeps sequencing clear. Optional items: reference images of space and creature designs, stickers, or watercolor. If using online images, pick age-appropriate sources and encourage original character designs to avoid copyright issues.

What ages is this story-writing activity suitable for?

Suitable for ages about 5–12 with adult support for younger kids. Preschoolers (4–5) can dictate a short space-Pokémon tale and draw a scene. Ages 6–8 can write simple paragraphs and create panel sketches to learn sequencing. Ages 9–12 can develop longer plots, backstories, and more detailed illustrations. Adjust complexity, vocabulary, and independence to match each child’s writing skill and attention span.

What are the benefits of writing a Pokémon story in outer space?

This activity builds storytelling, sequencing, and vocabulary while blending creative play with basic space facts. Sketching scenes boosts fine motor skills and visual storytelling. It teaches planning, revising, and confidence through sharing or reading aloud. Children practice problem-solving by creating conflicts and resolutions, express emotions through characters, and can develop teamwork if done as a collaborative family or classroom project.
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