Unlock the storyteller in every student! Hero Craft: A Storytelling Guide for Young Writers gives kids the confidence to write like real authors - by following the same mythic structure behind Harry Potter, Star Wars, The Lion King, Zootopia, and Big Hero 6. Designed for Grades 6-8, this curriculum-friendly guide includes: Clear explanations of each Hero's Journey stage Film and fairy-tale examples students already love Scaffolded writing prompts for building a full story Vocabulary, comprehension questions, and critical-thinking activities Discussion prompts perfect for classrooms or co-ops Help young writers understand story, analyze literature, and create narratives they're proud of - one heroic step at a time.