About the random plot generator
Every story needs someone, somewhere, with a problem. Spin all three wheels and you get a complete story idea, like "a nervous dragon, in a flooded library, who has lost their voice". It works for quick-writes, narrative units and creative writing clubs, and every combination is family-friendly. Edit the wheels to match a theme or a book you are reading.
Ways to use it
- Narrative writing warm-up: 10 minutes to write the opening.
- Story planning: spin, then fill in a beginning-middle-end organizer.
- Drama and improv: act out the scene in small groups.
Frequently asked questions
How many different story ideas are there?
Each wheel has 15 options, so there are 3,375 combinations, and you can add your own to make more.
Can I spin just one wheel?
Yes. Click SPIN on any single wheel to change only that part, for example to keep the character and try a new setting.
Is this the same as the story starter wheel?
No. The story starter wheel gives an opening sentence. The plot generator gives the ingredients of a story for students to build themselves.